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Archived Version 2010 - 2011
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Description The module aims to explore the role philosophical enquiry in educational discourse by introducing students to philosophical concepts and core themes in Philosophy of Education. Students are offered the opportunity to establish a link with their professional practice by engaging in the discussion of topics relevant to teaching and learning and addressing core educational questions such as “what does it mean to be educated?†or “what are the bases of the knowledge informing teaching?â€. The module offers an overview of the epistemic and moral dimensions of teaching and learning and invites students to identify their core values and the bases of personal knowledge. Finally students are guided towards the development of a personal philosophy of education with the view of espousing such philosophy in their professional practice. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Learning Outcomes 1. Devolop a systematic understanding of philosophical analysis of core educational themes through critical comparison of contrasting philosophical interpretations 2. Develop a critical awareness of custodial and a democratic approaches to education as a means to understand the professional context of practice 3. Develop the ability to deductively analyse and research the themes of truth, knowledge and morality as means to innovatively contribute to current debates on the ethical dimension of the teaching profession 4. Identify how authoritarian/paternalistic versus democratic approaches to education influence how knowledge is communicated and structured in the curriculum 5. Learn to self-evaluate and reflect on relevant literature as a means to develop a personal philosophy of education informing professional practice 6. Develop the ability to assume the role of change agent in the professional context by critically evaluating how knowledge is controlled and disseminated and offering alternative critical perspectives on curriculum theory and practice. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml |
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Learning Activities Introduction to Philosophy /Philosophical methodphilosophical inquiry, argumentation dialectics, second-order questioning inductive/deductive approaches Hermeneutics Aims and Meaning of Education Making philosophy relevant to teachers: introduction to the moral and epistemic/gnoseological dimensions of teaching and learningThe epistemic and gnoseological dimension of teaching and learningThe quest for knowledge and truth over the centuries Epistemic approaches influencing education Classics: Metaphysics Plato vs Aristotle Heuristics: Socrates Christendom: Ontology: Augustine Scholasticism & paternalistic approaches The birth of scientific method Dualism, Mind and body problem and the birth of scientific method from Descartes onward A new dogmatism? Modern & contemporary approaches From Montaigne to Pragmatism : Enlighted and democratic approaches; critical thinking Post-moderninsm Relativism, hermeneutics and multiplicity of knowledge perspectivesKnowledge and the curriculumPhilosophical influences on curricular choices What knowledge? Whose knowledge? How is knowledge is knowledge communicated? Knowledge ownership? negotiation of meaning teaching as semiotic apprenticeship Knowledge and interpretation: implications for teachers IndocrinationThe moral dimension of teachingThe moral dimension of education: philosophical developments and iinfluencing educational theory and practice Aristotle: phronesis practical wisdom and teaching Rousseau : developing natural talents Dewey: Democracy & participantion Freire: moral implications of the banking concept of education Gadamer, Habermas: Respect for othernessTeaching as a moral activityThe teacher role: attitudes professionalism and competence Teachers'personal and professional values Teaching between practice and vocation Cultivating moral values Teaching as a relational activity Teaching and care Teaching and engagement Teaching and respect Teaching and careDialogue in educationFrom Socrates to contemporaries: is there a continuum? Dialogue as a teaching method and classroom interactional practice Engaging and promoting critical thinking through Socratic dialogue. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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GDED | Graduate Diploma in Education |
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