Philosopher’s Educational Philosophy

MAJOR PHILOSOPHER RESEARCH PROJECT

Plato: Idealist Philosopher and Educator for the Perfect Society

ASSIGNMENT CHECKLIST

WHAT YOU SHOULD SUBMIT TO THE INSTRUCTOR:

1. Cover page, lesson plan, lesson plan rationale, personal reflection and references. (Upload to Canvas).

ORAL PRESENTATION SHOULD INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:

❏ Brief historical context in which the philosopher lived.

❏ Brief biographical sketch of philosopher as related to the philosopher’s educational ideas.

❏ Major aspects of philosopher’s life and some interesting facts.

❏ Who or what influenced philosopher’s philosophy of education.

❏ Philosopher’s educational philosophy and how it influenced education during the applicable historical period in which the philosopher lived.

❏ Relevancy of philosopher’s philosophy to today’s educational system.

❏ Personal opinion pertaining to philosopher’s educational philosophy.

WRITTEN LESSON PLAN

❏ Well-written and easy to read.

❏ Does not include extraneous information.

❏ Meets the criteria set forth for the assignment.

❏ Content is representative of philosopher’s educational ideas.

LESSON PLAN PRESENTATION

❏ Brief and concise.

❏ Interactive and engaging.

❏ Representative of philosopher’s educational ideas.

LESSON PLAN

PHILOSOPHER’S NAME: Plato

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