We’re looking forward to seeing you at our forthcoming Philosophy and Children virtual event. We’re delighted to provide you with details of the program, including some leading experts in the field. This is a unique event. Everyone is welcome. It takes place on Sat 23rd March at 12pm EST. Don’t worry if you can’t join us for the live broadcast. Register now and you’ll receive a link to the recording afterwards.
Program of Speakers
"Socrates for Six Year Olds", Dr. Catherine McCall, author of Transforming Thinking: Philosophical Inquiry in the Primary and Secondary Classroom
"Pedagogic Play: Ancient Greek Philosophy for Children", Prof. Angie Hobbs, University of Sheffield; author of Plato's Republic: A Ladybird Expert Book
"Plato the Gamer", Prof. M.D. Usher, University of Vermont, author of Wise Guy: The Life and Philosophy of Socrates and Plato's Pigs and Other Ruminations: Ancient Guides to Living with Nature
"The Marcus Aurelius Fan Club: Stoicism and Play", Elizabeth Smith M Ed., US Navy’s Child and Youth Program (CYP)
"I Don't Know: Laying the Foundations for Learning", Anya Leonard, founder of Classical Wisdom Kids, author of Sappho: The Lost Poetess
"Revolutionizing Student Dialogue: Five Revelations for Engaging Young Minds", Anthony Magnabosco, Executive Director of Street Epistemology International
"Parrhesia: Becoming Part of the Circle or How not to Facilitate", Dr. Stelios Gadris, University of Crete
"Just Asking Questions: Philosophy for Children, not Sophistry for Children", Dr. Maria Kasmirli, postdoctoral researcher, University of Crete; honorary research fellow, University of Sheffield, Life Worth Living fellow, Yale University; teacher, School of European Education Heraklion.
"Stoicism in University Students – Experiences from Aurelius Foundation Societies", Dhruv Makwana, The Aurelius Foundation
"Social Engagement, Art, and Philosophizing with Children", Dr. Arthur Wolf, Education Director of The Thinking Playground and Associate Director of the Vancouver Institute of Philosophy for Children
"Using Wonder to Teach Complex Philosophical Ideas to Children", Dr Jon Beale, Harvard University; co-host of Flourish FM: a podcast for the good life
"Young Plato in a Belfast School", interview with Kevin McArevey, Principal of Holy Cross Boys' Primary School, featured in the documentary Young Plato
"The Talk Triangle: Questioning Without Questions", Peter Worley, co-founder and CEO of The Philosophy Foundation, author of The If Machine: Philosophical Enquiry in the Classroom
NB: The final program may be subject to change without prior notification. Check the EventBrite listing for up-to-date details.