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Pop-Up Moral Philosophy: Aesop's Fables, Animals, and Metaphor
Ms. Melissa (M.A. Former University Instructor)
Average rating:5.0Number of reviews:(6)
In this class, we will explore moral lessons from select fables from Aesop. We will also examine the powerful use of storytelling, animals, and metaphor in moral reflections.
Class experience
***(IMPORTANT: Learners are asked to keep cameras on in this social, discussion-based class.)*** In this class, we will explore moral lessons from select fables from Aesop. We will also examine the powerful use of storytelling, animals, and metaphor in moral reflections. This class will not be a lecture, but will be discussion-based and learner-centered. My role will be to engage the students with questions based on a basic outline and to serve as a guide/moderator to keep us on task....
Students will be both introduced to and entertained by select fables. In addition, they will be able to engage in reflective discussion on the topic of morality. Learners will also benefit from being able to engage in philosophical discussion, listen to different perspectives, gain insights from other points of view, and defend their own viewpoints. With that said, the expectations are very low-key and relaxed but still do tend to naturally accomplish these elevated goals.
I taught philosophy classes at a university for over 16 years, including courses in ethics, and in all of my courses I used stories to elaborate on philosophical and moral theories, reflections, and insights. It made studying the material more entertaining, memorable, and relatable. There are so many rich philosophical insights in stories of all kinds!
This class will allow for the free exchange of ideas from the learners. Therefore, parents can decide if the open-discussion nature of the class is a good fit for their young learner(s). Of course, all discussions will always be moderated in a way to keep examples and views relevant, appropriate, and in line with Outschool's policies.
Aesop's Fables (open source material)
Average rating:5.0Number of reviews:(6)
"Let no one delay to study philosophy when (they are) young..." ~Epicurus Welcome! I go by Ms. Melissa and I am a former university instructor and current full-time homeschooling mama! My specialty with my higher-level classes had always been...
Group Class
$9
per classMeets once
45 min
Completed by 3 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-16
2-6 learners per class
