Curated OER
Columbus Park
Students complete activities that go along with the study of and possible fieldtrip to Columbus Park in Chicago, IL. They discover how urban conditions influenced the creation of city parks. They examine the preservation of historic...
Curated OER
Forests for People
Young scholars devise and conduct a survey at their school to discover what the students like to do in forests. They then plot the results in a line-graph. Young scholars research the various things threatening forest life.
Science Struck
Science Struck: Branches of Philosophy, Role in Contemporary Affairs
Describes the different branches of Philosophy and what their relevance is to today's world.
Other
Inf Ed Encyclopedia: Jean Jaques Rousseau on Education
An extensive biography of Rousseau with lots of detail on his views on education, especially informal education.
Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy
Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy: John Dewey
Biography and thorough discussion of Dewey's thought, with bibliography at bottom from the Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy. Divides his philosophy into theory of knowledge, metaphysics, ethics, and aesthetics, and then judges his...
Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy
Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy: David Hume
Biography of Hume (1711-1776 CE), including personal and educational information, and publication dates for major works. Also features an excerpt from a private letter written when Hume was around 15.
Stanford University
Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy: Confucius
This Stanford University encyclopedia entry discusses Confucius (551-479 BCE), who, according to Chinese tradition, was a thinker, political figure, educator, and founder of the Ru School of Chinese thought.
Boston University
Boston University: Sport, Education, and the Meaning of Victory
Author links ancient Greek philosophy to the place of sports in contemporary education. An interesting example of philosophy of sport.
Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy
Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy: David Hume
Biography of Hume, including personal and educational information, and publication dates for major works. Also features an excerpt from a private letter written when Hume was around 15.
Other
Hawaii Department of Education: Homepage
Plenty of information here at the Hawaii Department of Education to enlighten both teachers and parents. In addition to the expected links to such areas as test scores, school goals and philosophy, and job opportunities, you will find...
Center For Civic Education
Center for Civic Education: George Washington and Executive Power
George Washington had a role in establishing our nation from the Revolutionary War through his presidency. He was a commander, a delegate to the Constitutional Convention, and a reluctant first President. Analyze his political...
Other
International Debate Education Association: Debates: Philosophy
A selection of debate topics focused on philosophical issues. Each topic includes a clear statement of the argument, a list of points for and against, suggested support for each (point and counterpoint), and a bibliography that supports...
University of South Florida
Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Lit2 Go
Find stories, novels, and poems from more than one hundred authors. Download select works as MP3 files or read or listen to them online. Available selections span a wide range of literature, from nursery rhymes to the philosophy of...
New Advent
Catholic Encyclopedia: Catholic Encyclopedia: Herbartianism
This article gives an overview of Herbart's life and work in psychology, philosophy and education. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the context of resource material dated...
University of South Florida
Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Lit2 Go: Philosophy and Fun of Algebra
This book was written for young students in the early 20th century. It is an introduction to algebra and logic, written in a humorous style. The text can be read online or downloaded by individual chapters in MP3 or PDF format. In...
Other
Digital Library for Earth System Education (Dlese)
This resource provides materials for teachers on a huge array of topics. Search site by topic, grade level, and desired output (such as lesson plan, case study, assessment or tutorial). Site is focused on earth science, geography, and...
Center For Civic Education
Center for Civic Education: How Does Government Secure Natural Rights?
This lesson introduces students to some basic ideas the Framers used in creating the kind of government they thought would best protect the natural rights of each individual and promote the good of all. At the end of the lesson, students...
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: John Bosco
How did John Bosco contribute to the world of education? Find the answer to this question and more by checking out this Wikipedia website. This website can be translated into German also.
Other
International Center in Leadership in Education: Rigor/relevance Framework
This resource features a Rigor/Relevance Framework tool developed by staff of the International Center for Leadership in Education to examine curriculum, instruction, and assessment. The Rigor/Relevance Framework is based on two...
Other
Philosophie Education: Franacois Rene De Chateaubriand
A very comprehensive and attractive site from Philosophie Education Culture on Chateaubriand, linking in works from the Gallica and Athena Internet libraries and providing excellent illustrations.
Other
Bronson's Educational Philosophy
This article, "Bronson Alcott's Experiment in Practical Transcendentalism," provides an analysis of the educational and religious philosophy of Bronson Alcott.
Internet History Sourcebooks Project
Fordham University: Ancient History Sourcebook: Marcus Aurelius Meditations
Ancient History Sourcebook offers the Meditations of Marcus Aurelius Antonius, the "philosopher emperor" of Rome. This is one of the few pieces of literature written by a world leader; even more striking is the fact that it is a work of...
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: John Dewey
An in-depth biography of the American philosopher and educational reformer, John Dewey (1859-1952).
Constitutional Rights Foundation
Constitutional Rights Foundation: John Dewey and the Reconstruction of American Democracy
Article and activity on the ideas and philosophy of John Dewey in which students critique Dewey's methods and evaluate the relevancy of his ideas for American democracy today.