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education, philosophy ofApplication of philosophical methods to the theory and practice of education. Among the topics investigated in the philosophy of education are the nature of learning, especially in children; the purpose of education, particularly the question of whether the chief goal of educators should be imparting knowledge, developing intellectual independence, or instilling moral or political values; the nature of education-related concepts, including the concept of education itself; the sources and legitimacy of educational authority; and the conduct of educational research. Major figures in the history of the philosophy of education include Plato, Jean-Jacques Rousseau, and John Dewey. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Topics include theology, church history, Christian education, philosophy, archaeology and ethics. Before becoming a superstar, Tupac shared passionate and solid arguments about American education, philosophy, the impact of race and class on all American people as well as the impact of his mother's life--as a Black Panther and later as a drug user--on his own life. Brite Ravn is Senior Researcher, Department of Education, Philosophy and Rhetoric, University of Copenhagen, Denmark. |
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