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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