The SAGE Handbook of Philosophy of Education
- Richard Bailey - Frobel College
- Robin Barrow - Simon Fraser University, Canada
- David Carr - University of Edinburgh, UK
- Christine McCarthy - University of Iowa, Iowa City, USA
Section one of the book exemplifies different styles of philosophy, paying attention to the contemporary debates as to the nature, possibilities and limitations of these different approaches to philosophy of education. Section two is devoted to particular thinkers of the past, and more general coverage of the history of philosophy of education. Section three is dedicated to contemporary philosophic thought on education, providing the basis and reference point for an exploration of contemporary issues.
The handbook is designed primarily to be useful to students studying the field of philosophy of education, in the context of the study of educational foundations or theory. But it is also designed to be of use to practising teachers who wish to gain easy access to current philosophical thinking on particular contemporary educational issues, and to educationalists of all types who want a succinct guide to questions relating to the nature, the history, and the current state of the art of philosophy of education.
Excellent resource for students and academic staff.
EXcellent core text identified as essential reading- aimed for those engaging with a PGCE programme from a non-education routes as well as beneficial text to assist those wishing to develop their understanding of philosophy in education
Beneficial core text identified on the reading list to inform both comtemporary Issues and evidence-informed practice in education- aimed for those engaging with a PGCE programme from a non-education routes as well as beneficial text to assist those wishing to develop their understanding of philosophy in education
A very useful text for exploring the wider implications of educational philosophy and pedagogy.
A comprehensive and accessible guide for anyone exploring the philosophy of education.
Excellent as it give a good view into the research available and make suggestions for how some themes may develop further. I recommend it to education and training learners at any level of study. It is easy to use and has insightful articles and the lay out is clear.
Excellent book highly recommended
Very useful introductory text with a wide audience appeal. The content is challenging yet accessible.
This is a good introduction to philosophy for undergraduate students.
This is an exceptionally comprehensive text, detailing many, if not all of the pertinent issues for the undergraduate philosophy of education course. It is pitched at an appropriate level, concisely setting out the main ideas and developing them clearly. The apparent progression and development of concepts throughout the text makes it a particularly useful reference tool for both lecturers and students alike.
It is also affordable, which will be very much welcomed by our students!
