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Greek Philosophy: Leucippus and Democritus

For Students 9th - 10th
This article provides an overview of the atomistic philosophy of the pre-Socratic philosophers Leucippus and Democritus in the 5th and 4th centuries, BCE.
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1889 1976 Martin Heidegger

For Students 9th - 10th
Chronological biography of controversial 20th century philosopher Martin Heidegger. In German only.
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Louisiana Department of Education

Louisiana Doe: Louisiana Believes: Ela Guidebooks: Philosophical Chairs Debate

For Teachers 9th - 10th
A discussion technique that engages students in a debate about texts.
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Ralph Waldo Emerson, Transcendentalist Philosopher

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Information and lesson ideas pertaining to the famous American thinker. The yellow, left side of the page contains teaching ideas, and the white, right side of the page contains background.
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Indiana University

Iu: Thomas Hobbes (April 5, 1588 December 4, 1679): English Philosopher

For Students 9th - 10th
Begins as a bullet-style biography, then a great section called Ideas and Contributions.
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History Teacher

Historyteacher.net: Global Studies: China: The Age of the Philosophers Quiz (2)

For Students 9th - 10th
Test your knowledge of Chinese philosophy, including concepts of Buddhism, Confucianism, Legalism and Taoism with this interactive quiz.
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Philosophy Pages

Philosophy Pages: Socrates Philosophical Life

For Students 9th - 10th
Site summarizes the philosophy of Socrates through condensed versions of Plato's dialogues. Subjects discussed are piety, an examined life, the individual and the state, and knowing virtue. Also presents a bibliography and internet links.
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Philosophers: Margaret Fuller's Philosophy

For Students 9th - 10th
This profile of Margaret Fuller (1810-1850) reveals why she is sometimes called "the most important woman of the nineteenth century." Discussion includes her literary criticism, journalism, and her feminist manifesto, Woman of the...
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Internet History Sourcebooks Project

Fordham University: Ancient History Sourcebook: Marcus Aurelius Meditations

For Students 9th - 10th
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...
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Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Mit: Open Course Ware: Ancient Philosophy

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Ancient Greece has bestowed much to Western philosophy. This course will acquaint the student with some of the ancient Greek contributions to the Western philosophical and scientific tradition.
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Blackdog Media

Classic Reader: Author: Plato

For Students 9th - 10th
This site focuses on the writings of the philosopher Plato including links to the full texts of 15 of his classics: Alcibiades I, Apology, Charmides, Critias, Crito, Euthydemus, Euthyphro, Ion, Laches, Lesser Hippias, Lysis, Menexenu,...
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Wikimedia

Wikipedia: John Dewey

For Students 9th - 10th
An in-depth biography of the American philosopher and educational reformer, John Dewey (1859-1952).
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Victorian Web

Brown University: The Victorian Web

For Students 9th - 10th
This is a comprehensive resource on literary, philosophical, religious, scientific and technological advancements of the Victorian age. Learn about famous Victorian authors, literary genres and more.
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Wikimedia

Wikipedia: Karl Marx

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from Wikipedia provides an in-depth look at the life of philosopher Karl Marx.
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Blackdog Media

Classic Reader: Author: Sun Tzu

For Students 9th - 10th
This site offers a link to Sun Tzu's nonfiction work The Art of War. Sun Tzu was a Chinese general, military strategist, and philosopher who is traditionally credited as the author of The Art of War, a widely influential work of military...
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Bertrand Russell: In Praise of Idleness

For Students 9th - 10th
The lighter side of philosopher Bertrand Russell (1872-1970). Written in 1932, Russell proposes cutting the work day to four hours. Idleness, he argues brings out the best in mankind.
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American-Israeli Cooperative Enterprise

Jewish Virtual Library: Hannah Arendt

For Students 9th - 10th
An excellent and thoroughly detailed biography of Arendt's life. Includes philosophical ideas, her relationship with Heidegger, and the establishment of her own important work and career.
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A&E Television

Biography: Plato

For Students 9th - 10th
A biography presented on the Ancient Greek philosopher provides a good foundation of information about his life.
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Stanford University

Stanford University: Philosophy and Life of the Stoics

For Students 9th - 10th
Brief description of the Stoic desire to live a life based on their philosophical beliefs, rather than teach their philosophy to the world.
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International Debate Education Association: Debates: Philosophy

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
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...
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World History Encyclopedia

World History Encyclopedia: Socrates

For Students 9th - 10th
Read about the life of the Greek philosopher Socrates, the philosophy he developed, his influence, and his execution for impiety and for corrupting young people.
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World History Encyclopedia

World History Encyclopedia: Plato

For Students 9th - 10th
Read about the life of the Greek philosopher Plato, the philosophy he developed, and his legacy.
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University of Nevada, Las Vegas: Modernism

For Students 9th - 10th
Course handout discusses the complexities of the artistic and philosophical movements of Modernism.
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Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy

Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy: Origen of Alexandria

For Students 9th - 10th
The Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy offers an excellent detailed overview of Origen's life and philosophical views.