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-Children are natural-born philosophers- at this age they not yet accepting of the societal norms adult are
-In Massachusetts standardized testing (MCAS) starts in the third grade, because philosophy has been proven to be a predictor of academic success-it is vital at this stage of development!
-It is important to start process of learning to critically think recognize, construct, and evaluate arguments as soon as possible
Sparking a Love of Learning
Philosophy is the study of the fundamental nature of knowledge, reality, and existence, esp. when considered as an academic discipline.
-We read children age-appropriate picture books
-We lead discussions about philosophical ideas based on the books read (belief, morals, values)
-Teach them how to value others' position
-We give them a safe space to agree or disagree with one another
encourages children to think logically
creates a space for children that is safe to explore ideas
children are natural philosophers
What Does Philosophy do in the Long-run?
explores subjects like values, meaning and worth
it helps with behavioral skills
(discuss without fighting)
-Helps generate and critique arguments that are crucial elements in the decision-making process (Byrnes, 1998; Klaczynski, 2004; Halpern 1998)
We create a deeper understanding of ourselves and our community
-Learning to thoughtfully argue may promote the long-term understanding and retention of course material in the future (Adriessen, 2006; Nussbaum, 2008a)
-Conversational arguments require an appeal to beliefs and values to make crucial decisions, what Aristotle referred to as endoxa (Walton, Reed, & Macagno, 2008)
-Helps children to be more self-directed, self-monitoring, and having more self-corrective thinking