PHIL 333 Q* - Doing Philosophy with Children (3 credits)

(Prereq: any PHIL course (except PHIL 110) and Sophomore standing or higher, or permission of the instructor) An exploration of methods for introducing philosophy to K-12 students and creating a “Community of Inquiry.” This course will focus on the theoretical background related to philosophy for children, the practical issues related to engaging children in philosophical discussion using children’s literature, and the experience of facilitating philosophical discussions with area school children in after-school programs. S.