Philosophy and Educational Foundations
Philosophy and Educational Foundations by Allen Brent, published by Routledge on September 7, 2016, is a comprehensive exploration of the intersection between philosophy and education. This edition spans 377 pages and is presented in English. The book addresses the underlying models in the social sciences that shape current and proposed educational practices, examining the theories of knowledge that support these frameworks.
Readers will find an in-depth analysis of concepts such as Wittgenstein’s ‘family resemblance’ and Chomsky’s ‘linguistic universals,’ which are interpreted to enhance the understanding of educational theories. Brent proposes that a unified model of the social sciences could lead to a cohesive curriculum theory, making this work relevant for those studying the philosophy of education and curriculum studies. The book invites critical reflection on educational policy and reform, providing a thoughtful examination of the philosophical foundations that inform educational practices.
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What models in the social sciences underlie existing or proposed patterns of educational practice? What theories of knowledge inform such models and thus arguably sanction such practice? In this book, first published in 1983, the author seeks some tentative answers.
Wittgenstein’s understanding of ‘family resemblance’ and Chomsky’s ‘linguistic universals’ are interpreted, contrary to Hamlyn, as reconcilable notions that can both illuminate and refine Hirst’s understanding of ‘categorical concepts’. In the light of such a reformulated theory, Brent suggest ways in which a unified model of the social sciences could yield a unified curriculum theory. This title will be of interest to students of the philosophy of education and curriculum studies.
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