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Philosophy Pages

Philosophy Pages: Plato (427 347 Bce)

For Students 9th - 10th
Explore the life and work of Plato (427-347 BCE) by visiting this comprehensive site. Also contains a lengthy bibliography and links to more detailed information about the Greek philosopher.
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Blackdog Media

Classic Reader: Authors: Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe

For Students 9th - 10th
This site features the author Johann Wolfgang von Goethe including a biography, the full text of the novel The Sorrows of Young Werther, the poem "The Erlking", and the drama Faust Part 1.
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National High Magnetic Field Laboratory

Magnet Academy: William Gilbert

For Students 9th - 10th
William Gilbert was an English physician and natural philosopher who wrote a six-volume treatise that compiled all of the information regarding magnetism and electricity known at the time. The work included descriptions of many of...
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Other

The 1911 Edition Encyclopedia: Leopold Zunz

For Students 9th - 10th
An encyclopedia entry on Jewish scholar Leopold Zunz lists his accomplishments throughout his life and his involvement with Judaism.
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Tom Richey

Tom Richey: Greek Philosophy

For Students 9th - 10th
Learnng module in which Tom Richey engages us in a discussion of philosophical thought of the times in ancient Greece, beginning with the Greek sophists, Plato and Aristophanes. Teaching and learning materials include videos, unit guides...
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McMaster University

Mc Master University: A Survey of Mr. Hobbes His Leviathan

For Students 9th - 10th
This site contains a paper, "A Survey of Mr. Hobbes His Leviathan" by Edward, Earl of Clarendon, written on Hobbes's "Leviathan" and game theory. After a lengthy and unreadable introduction, the author surveys Hobbes's work by chapter.
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University of Groningen

American History: Documents: John Locke on Government

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the University of Groningen provides the complete John Locke's "Second Treatise on Government." It discusses everything from slavery and property to civil government and its functions.
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California State University

Csun: Nature of Science

For Students 9th - 10th
This California State University Northridge essay on the "Nature of Science, the Scientific Method, and Measurement" includes a historical perspective.
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Internet History Sourcebooks Project

Fordham University: Modern History Sourcebook: Two Treatisies on Government

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provides selections from John Locke's "Two Treatisies on Government." It contains evaluations on the sections 'Of the State of Nature' and 'Of Political of Civil Society.'
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Wikimedia

Wikipedia: Lao Zi

For Students 9th - 10th
Wikipedia offers biographical information on Lao Zi, writer of the seminal Daoist work, the Dao De Jing. Includes a collection of quotes by Lao Zi.
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Other

The Albert Schweitzer Page

For Students 9th - 10th
This page provides reviews of and quotes from a number of books written by and about Dr. Schweitzer. There are also numerous links to outside resources.
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Oregon State University

History of Western Philosophy: Bartolome De Las Casas (1484 1566)

For Students 9th - 10th
Famous for early advocacy for indigenous peoples of America, he attempted to outlaw the econmienda system enjoyed by the Spanish colonists. Included is a time line of his activities.
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Curated OER

Unesco: Indonesia: Cultural Landscape of Bali Province

For Students 9th - 10th
The cultural landscape of Bali consists of five rice terraces and their water temples that cover 19,500 ha. The temples are the focus of a cooperative water management system of canals and weirs, known as subak, that dates back to the...
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Stanford University

Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy: Atheism and Agnosticism

For Students 9th - 10th
Article explains the philosophical differences between atheism and agnosticism.
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Ducksters

Ducksters: Biography for Kids: Aristotle

For Students 9th - 10th
This site contains s biography of Aristotle. Learn about One of the philosophers of Ancient Greece.
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Science Struck

Science Struck: History of Optical Illusions

For Students 9th - 10th
Discover the philosophers and scientists who studied optical illusions and some of the techniques used to create the illusions.
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Wikimedia

Wikipedia: Lao Zi

For Students 9th - 10th
Information is given on the life, works, and beliefs of Chinese philosopher Lao Zi in this encyclopedia article from Wikipedia. Links are provided throughout for additional information on related subjects.
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My Hero Project

My Hero: Plato

For Students 3rd - 8th
This resource provides an article on the life and writing of the Greek Philosopher Plato and it includes images, important dates, and related links.
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Philosophy Pages

Philosophy Pages: John Locke (1632 1704)

For Students 9th - 10th
This site offers a brief biography of philosopher John Locke and highlights of his accomplishments. The summary traces the development of his political beliefs through contrast with other writers of his time. Site includes a bibliography...
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Other

Giordano Bruno

For Students 9th - 10th
The entry for Bruno's life and works. Contains some explanation of philosophy and influence on future philosophers.
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Other

Quodlibet: Journal of Christian Theology & Philosophy

For Students 9th - 10th
Quodlibet is an independent, non-denominational, and non-profit theological project which aims to provide the online theological community with a resource and forum for scholarly expression and reflection.
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Other

Anarchy Archives: Bertrand Russell Photographs

For Students 9th - 10th
Photographs and sketches of the Nobel Prize-winning philosopher.
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Encyclopedia Britannica

Encyclopedia Britannica: Saadia Ben Joseph

For Students 9th - 10th
Encyclopaedia Britannica offers biographical information on Egyptian-Babylonian Jewish philosopher and polemicist, Saadia ben Joseph.
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Donald Clark

Johann Friedrich Herbart

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Johann Friedrich Herbart (1776-1841) is discussed, the German philosopher, psychologist, and educator acknowledged as the "father of scientific pedagogy."