What's included
1 live meeting
25 mins in-class hours per weekClass Experience
US Grade 8 - 11
Each week we will discuss a different philosophical question. As we discuss the question students will be challenged to provide reasons to explain why they think what they do. This way, the class will challenge students and help them to develop critical thinking skills. In this class, we will examine the history of ideas and concepts foundational to understanding philosophical issues and concepts. We will begin by learning the myths of the ancient Greeks and what they meant for the people who lived then. Students are encouraged to bring topics to class that they want to discuss or find interesting. Possible Questions – “Can trees think?” “Are Numbers Real?” “What is Art?” “What is knowledge?” “What can we know?” “What is Space?” “Is Boredom a good or bad thing?” “What does “Infinity” mean?” “Do you think animals have feelings like us?”Class Goals: Class Goals: Students will learn to think about things more critically Students will begin to learn an analytical thought process Students will be introduced ethical questions
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External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Hello! My name is Mike and I obtained my Bachelor degree in Philosophy and Critical Thinking from Cal Poly Humboldt. I am very passionate about critical thinking and enjoy discussing philosophy. I am a fan of asking questions as a form of teaching. I also teach guitar and art classes. I like to make class fun!
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Live Group Class
$12
weekly1x per week
25 min
Completed by 16 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-18
1-6 learners per class