Some Thoughts Concerning Education

EAN : 9791041803804

LOCKE JOHN

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EAN : 9791041803804

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Détails

EAN13 : 9791041803804
Réf. éditeur : 293169
Date Parution : 28 avr. 2023
Disponibilite : Disponible
Barème de remise : NS
Nombre de pages : 246
Format : H:210 mm L:148 mm E:14 mm
Poids : 324gr

Résumé

Résumé : Texte à corriger : "Some Thoughts Concerning Education" by John Locke is a seminal work that explores the philosophy and methodology of education. Locke emphasizes the importance of education in shaping the character and intellect of individuals. He argues that education should be tailored to the individual needs of each child, taking into account their evolving dispositions and abilities. Locke advocates for a balanced approach that combines physical, moral, and intellectual development. He stresses the significance of cultivating virtues such as honesty, diligence, and self-discipline from an early age. Locke also highlights the role of parents and tutors in guiding the educational process, suggesting that they should lead by example and create an environment conducive to learning. The work is divided into several parts, each addressing different aspects of education, including the teaching of grammar, the development of reasoning skills, and the importance of practical knowledge. Locke's ideas have had a profound influence on modern educational theory, promoting the concept of education as a lifelong process that extends beyond formal schooling.
Biographie : John Locke, born on August 29, 1632, in Wrington, England, is a towering figure in the history of Western philosophy. Known as the "Father of Liberalism," Locke's contributions to political theory, epistemology, and education have left an indelible mark on modern thought. Educated at Christ Church, Oxford, Locke initially pursued a career in medicine, but his interests soon turned to philosophy and politics. His seminal work, An Essay Concerning Human Understanding, published in 1689, revolutionized the concept of knowledge by advocating empiricism and rejecting innate ideas. Locke's philosophy of mind, centered on the idea of the mind as a "tabula rasa," laid the foundation for modern psychology and cognitive science. His political writings, particularly Two Treatises of Government, championed the principles of natural rights and government by consent, influencing the development of democratic societies. Locke's ideas were pivotal during the Enlightenment, shaping the thoughts of later philosophers such as Voltaire and Rousseau. John Locke passed away on October 28, 1704, in High Laver, Essex, leaving a legacy that continues to resonate in the fields of Philosophy, Political Theory, and Enlightenment Studies.