The Ends and Means of Education

A Philosophy of Education Reader

Kevin Johnstun

In Progress. This work is currently in progress, and not all chapters may currently be available.

Abstract

This book provides a brief introduction into some of the persistent challenges and quandaries facing educators by drawing upon snippets from some of the great philosophers in history, such as Aristotle, Descartes, Rousseau, Dewey, and others.

Suggested Citation

Johnstun, K. (2018). The Ends and Means of Education: A Philosophy of Education Reader. EdTech Books. Retrieved from https://edtechbooks.org/philosophyofed

Licensing

CC0: This book is in the public domain, which means that you may print, share, or remix its contents as you please without concern for copyright and without seeking permission.

Cover List of Authors On Knowledge and Wanting to Know Can We Learn?Why, How, and When Should We Learn?What is the Appropriate Use of Curiosity? The Handbooks from Philosophers What is a Classical Education? What Kind of Subjects are Worth Investigating? How to Educate a Gentleman? How is the Desire to Learn Cultivated?The Battle for 20th Century Education Does Psychology Matter More Than Sociology? What does Psychology Demand?

Kevin Johnstun

Kevin holds an MS in Instructional Psychology and Technology and a BA in Philosophy both from Brigham Young University. His research interests have frequently centered at the intersection of philosophy and education. This includes co-authoring articles about Kuhnian perspectives in education research and Kantian perspectives on student autonomy.

While compiling the selection for this article, Kevin drew on his connections in both the philosophy and education worlds to find historical pieces that were foundational in both realms.