Epsom Girls Grammar School
10 Philosophy
Although next year timetables are yet to be finalised, course selection is now finished. Any changes to student courses will now take place in January.
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Dr C. Gavin
In the year 10 Philosophy Course students will participate in fun collaborative activities and have the opportunity to be curious and compassionate learners through discursive activities. Students are encouraged to value their thinking and reflect upon their argument making processes.
Skills
Provoke critical and creative thinking skills
Promote collaboration and articulate thinking
Develop positive attitudes towards curiosity and creative thought processes
Topics covered:
History of Ideas
Ethical Theories and their application
Logic and argumentation
Political Philosophy and social justice
Beauty and aesthetics
Students will have the opportunity to take a leadership role in the EGGS Philosophy day facilitating activities and discussions.
The thinking and collaborative skills that students develop are of value across the curriculum, outside the classroom and across their communities.
Course Overview
Term 1
1. Thinking Skills - Questions and reason giving, community of inquiry, critical and creative thinking.
2. Good Life and Ethical theories - Different perspectives, dilemmas
Term 2
1. Applied Ethics - medical, animal and environment
2. Logic - Argument structure, validity, fallacies
Term 3
1. Political Philosophy - human nature and social contracts, cultural relativism, inequality
Term 4
1. Big Ideas - Great thinkers' ideas. Preparation of activities for Philosophy Day.
2. Aesthetics - Art, beauty standards and social media.
Assessment Information
Students are assessed against the NZ Curriculum levels.Pathway
Develops key skills required in all learning, across school and life contexts.
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Disclaimer
We aim to enable every student to have the course that they prefer, however, some courses have limited places or pre-requisits that may restrict the student's choice.
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