An Introduction to Philosophy of Education - Softcover

Robin Barrow; Ronald George Woods

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0416303404 ISBN 13: 9780416303407

Publisher: Routledge Kegan & Paul, 1982

Synopsis

This book presents and argues for a moral theory which draws on most of the major theoretical positions to some degree, but it also spells out the limits and boundaries of a moral theory. In doing so, it exposes a number of common confusions and misunderstandings about morality, and presents a strong argument for some indisputable truths in relation to the moral sphere. Divided into four parts, the book covers the key issues within moral part one provides a lucid and powerful account of the nature and limits of moral theory, sharply distinguishing it from religion part two outlines a positive moral theory by exploring the defining principles of morality and the reasons for being moral part three distinguishes moral values from others such as ecological, health and safety and sexual values part four is concerned with the implications of our moral understanding for moral education. While this book concentrates on argument and ideas, a commentary to each chapter provides historical context and contemporary reference points. It will prove an invaluable resource for students of both Education and Philosophy.

About this title

About the Author

Robin Barrow teaches at Simon Fraser University. Ronald Woods, until recently, taught at the University of Leicester.

Review

Praise for the previous edition:

'Well written, accessible to students with no previous background in philosophy... an excellent introduction.' - The Times Higher Education Supplement

Edition details

• Publisher: Routledge Kegan & Paul
• Publication date: 1982
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0416303404
• ISBN 13: 9780416303407
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 207