Philosophy of Education Concentration
for the Graduate Concentration in Philosophy of Education
The Philosophy of Education graduate concentration views philosophy as a critical and reflective activity central to sound educational policy, practice, and research. Drawing on diverse philosophical traditions, our students explore educational aims, concepts, and practices across a range of settings, including the nature of the teacher-student relationship, the possibilities and limitations of technology in education, liberal education, the ethics of teaching, critical thinking, aesthetic education, education and human rights, and what makes a public school public.
This concentration is available for:
for the Graduate Concentration in Philosophy of Education
The graduate credit needed for this concentration fulfills general coursework requirements for:
- Education Policy, Organization and Leadership, EdM (on campus)
- Education Policy, Organization and Leadership, MA
- Education Policy, Organization and Leadership, CAS (on campus)
- Education Policy, Organization and Leadership, EdD (on campus)
- Education Policy, Organization and Leadership, PhD
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Select 12 hours from the following courses: | 12 | |
| School and Society | ||
| Professional Ethics in Education | ||
| Critical Thinking in Education | ||
| Theories of Justice in Education | ||
| Technology and Educational Reform | ||
| Contemporary Philosophy of Education | ||
| Education and Human Rights | ||
| Philosophy and History of Educational Research | ||
| The Role of Theory in Educational Research | ||
| Traditions in Philosophy of Education | ||
| Case Studies in Educational Ethics | ||
| Total Hours | 12 | |
for the Graduate Concentration in Philosophy of Education
Upon successful completion of a Graduate Concentration in Philosophy of Education, students will:
- Acquire in-depth knowledge of historical traditions and contemporary perspectives in philosophy of education and their relationship to empirical research in education.
- Develop deep understanding of core topics in the philosophy of education such as educational ethics, theories of justice in education, epistemology of education, philosophy of educational technology, and the nature of concepts like freedom, agency, responsibility, or identity in education.
- Demonstrate skills in philosophical inquiry in education, including clear conceptual and normative analysis, rigorous argumentation, and adept engagement with educational research.
for the Graduate Concentration in Philosophy of Education
Department of Education Policy, Organization & Leadership
Head of the Department: Lorenzo Baber
Director of Graduate Studies: Linda Herrera
Graduate Admissions Information: Linda Stimson (on campus) and Jena Pfoff (online/off-campus)
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