KEY CONCEPTS IN THE PHILOSOPHY OF EDUCATION

KEY CONCEPTS IN THE PHILOSOPHY OF EDUCATION

What is education, and why does it matter? Philosophers from Plato onwards have addressed these questions. However, finding your way through the vast corpus of their writings is a daunting task. For those who want a modern guide, this book is the answer, offering a clear and lively survey that guides the reader through the key terms and concepts and opens up the interest and relevance of the subject for today. Over 150 concepts are described and analysed, and, together with an extensive bibliography, the work provides an unparalleled guide and reference resource.

Christopher Winch is Professor of Philosophy of Education at University College Northampton. Previous publications include Quality and Education (Blackwell, 1996) and The Philosophy of Human Learning, (Routledge, 1998). John Gingell is Head of Philosophy programmes at University College Northampton.

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KEY CONCEPTS IN THE PHILOSOPHY OF EDUCATION

Christopher Winch and John Gingell

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First published 1999 by Routledge 11 New Fetter Lane, London EC4P 4EE

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