Overview
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This excerpt is taken from a 'Classrooms in Action' DVD made by eLearning Services. The DVD was developed to accompany the professional development unit Philosophical Inquiry: Facilitating thinking in the classroom.
The module includes a critical analysis of some key philosophers and their theories; and the ways in which these connect to the core curriculum and classroom practice. Who should participate
This module is suitable for registered teachers with access to a classroom.
- Delivery
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When:
There are currently no plans to run this module in 2013. If you are interested in this module please contact Lynne Hinton. You can also call Lynne on 0468 957 207.
- Cost
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- $770 (inc GST) course costs
- $176 (inc GST) optional assessment (credit into the Master of Education)
- $44 (inc GST) + postage. The full, two-hour DVD showing elementary students participating in philosophical communities of inquiry.
Payment is made online via QUTPay. Further information will be provided upon registration. Contact us for more information.
- Credit eligibility
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Eligible for credit/admission
Satisfactory completion of this module can be used as 12 credit points towards a higher degree (Graduate Certificate of Education or Master of Education).
- Contact
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For further information, contact Lynne Hinton. You can also call Lynne on 0468 957 207.
Details
Content
Topics covered include:
- an overview of the discipline of philosophy, the history of philosophy in schools and why it is an important part of educational practice
- development of knowledge and skills needed by teachers to introduce philosophy in their classrooms.
Presenter
- Lynne Hinton, Adjunct Professor, Faculty of Education, QUT.
Course materials
It is expected that these resources will be purchased by participants:
- Cam, P., et al. (2007). 'Philosophy with Young Children: a Classroom Handbook'. ACT: Australian Curriculum Studies Association.
- DVD Philosophy Inquiry: Facilitating thinking in the classroom.
