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PHL333Arts3 Unitsintermediate

Philosophy of Education

This course introduces students to core issues in the philosophy of education. It explores the relationship between philosophy and education, examining basic concepts, principles, and the nature of education. Students will study various schools of philosophy and their implications for education, analyze leading theories, and address contemporary educational problems in Nigeria, considering their impact on national development.

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208h
Study Time
13
Weeks
16h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
Philosophy of EducationEducational TheoriesSchools of ThoughtNigerian EducationEducational Development

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
📚
Math Level
No Math
📖
Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

General Conceptions of Philosophy

2

Methods of Philosophy

3

Modes and Value of Philosophy

4

Branches of Philosophy

5

Concept of Education

6

Aims and Objectives of Education

7

Schools of Philosophy

8

Prominent Philosophers in Education

Total Topics8 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

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Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Idea of Philosophy

2h

Unit 1: General Conception of Philosophy

2 study hours
  • •Read the unit introduction and learning outcomes.
  • •Understand the complexities of the nature of philosophy.
  • •Distinguish between popular and academic conceptions of philosophy.
  • •Complete the self-assessment exercise.
Week
2

Module 1: Idea of Philosophy

2h

Unit 2: Methods of Philosophy

2 study hours
  • •Identify and discuss various methods of doing philosophy.
  • •Explain the relevance of each method to philosophical development.
  • •Understand the importance of methodology in philosophical inquiry.
  • •Complete the self-assessment exercise.
Week
3

Module 1: Idea of Philosophy

2h

Unit 3: Modes and Value of Philosophy

2 study hours
  • •Discuss different modes of philosophy.
  • •Enumerate some functions of philosophy.
  • •Identify and state the utility value of philosophy.
  • •Complete the self-assessment exercise.
Week
4

Module 1: Idea of Philosophy

2h

Unit 4: Philosophy and its Branches

2 study hours
  • •Identify the main traditional branches of philosophy.
  • •Explain the relevance of each branch to human existence.
  • •Discover the contributions of all branches to human knowledge.
  • •Complete the self-assessment exercise.
Week
5

Module 2: Nature of Philosophy and Education

2h

Unit 1: Concept of Education

2 study hours
  • •Discuss the meaning of education.
  • •Analyze the origin of education.
  • •Explain the purpose of education in human society.
  • •Identify the different forms of education.
  • •Complete the self-assessment exercise.
Week
6

Module 2: Nature of Philosophy and Education

2h

Unit 2: Aim and Objectives of Education

2 study hours
  • •Discuss the historical stages of education.
  • •Explain the aim and objective of each historical period.
  • •State the rationale for educating people.
  • •Complete the self-assessment exercise.
Week
7

Module 2: Nature of Philosophy and Education

2h

Unit 3: Idea of Philosophy of Education

2 study hours
  • •Distinguish between general and technical views of philosophy of education.
  • •Discuss the scope of philosophy of education.
  • •Highlight the importance of philosophy of education.
  • •Complete the self-assessment exercise.
Week
8

Module 2: Nature of Philosophy and Education

2h

Unit 4: Philosophy of Education and other Branches of Philosophy

2 study hours
  • •Discuss the contributions of epistemology to education.
  • •State the relevance of metaphysics to education.
  • •Explain the important aspect of axiology to education.
  • •Complete the self-assessment exercise.
Week
9

Module 3: Selected Schools of philosophy in relation to Education

2h

Unit 1: Naturalism and Education

2 study hours
  • •Identify prominent philosophers in naturalism.
  • •Explain the philosophy of naturalism.
  • •Discuss the subject matter of naturalism on education.
  • •Complete the self-assessment exercise.
Week
10

Module 3: Selected Schools of philosophy in relation to Education

2h

Unit 2: Idealism and Education

2 study hours
  • •Discuss the divergence between naturalism and idealism schools.
  • •Explain the importance of self-consciousness in educational development.
  • •Complete the self-assessment exercise.
Week
11

Module 3: Selected Schools of philosophy in relation to Education

2h

Unit 3: Realism and Education

2 study hours
  • •Discuss the concept of realism as a philosophical idea.
  • •Identify some of the prominent members of this school of philosophy.
  • •Analyze the realist conception of education.
  • •Complete the self-assessment exercise.
Week
12

Module 3: Selected Schools of philosophy in relation to Education

2h

Unit 4: Existentialism and Education

2 study hours
  • •Explain the concept of existentialism.
  • •Categorize the proponents of existentialism and their views.
  • •Deliberate on some themes in existentialists' philosophy of education.
  • •Complete the self-assessment exercise.
Week
13

Module 4: Prominent Philosophers and their Philosophy of Education

4h

Unit 1: Plato's Idealism (427-348 B.C)

2 study hours
  • •State Plato's view of truth in relation to the philosophy of education
  • •Explain Plato's view of virtue in relation to the philosophy of education
  • •Evaluate Plato's view of knowledge in relation to the philosophy of education
  • •Express Plato's view of leadership in relation to the philosophy of education
  • •Complete the self-assessment exercise

Unit 2: Aristotelian Realism (384-322 B.C)

2 study hours
  • •Review all course materials.
  • •Revise all Tutor Marked Assignments.
  • •Prepare for final examinations.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

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1

Create detailed outlines for each module, focusing on key concepts and theories.

2

Develop flashcards for key terms and philosophers, testing your recall regularly.

3

Practice essay questions, applying different philosophical perspectives to educational issues.

4

Form study groups to discuss and debate complex concepts, clarifying your understanding.

5

Review all self-assessment exercises and TMAs, identifying areas needing further study.

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