Philosophical Inquiry (T2)

This course explores one big question related to an area of Philosophy.

Course Overview

Philosophy is the subject that specializes in exploring fundamental questions about the world and our place in it. For example: What is reality? What does it mean for me to ‘know’ something? What is reasoning? What is a Mind? Does God exist? How should I live, and who should decide? Philosophical discussion draws on imaginative speculation, scientific evidence, sustained reflection on lived experience, and the different histories, cultural perspectives, and texts that shape current thought. The main aim of this course is to explore a 'Big' question that is decided by the student group. Some examples include: Does God Exist? What does it mean to be human? What is reality? This involves a research-based approach to exploring the various philosophical theories on question and then applying that knowledge to ongoing student-driven discussions. All participants work together to develop collective as well as individual understanding.


The Teacher

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Darren Sudlow

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Darren Sudlow has been teaching History, Classical Studies and Philosophy online for the last ten years. He is a member of the NetNZ leadership team and is registered as a teacher with Ashburton College. While not his major, philosophy was a minor focus at University and the Socratic Dialogues a key part of his Classical Studies course over the last few years. He is enjoying offering the first online Philosophy course for secondary age learners in New Zealand. Mr Sudlow has played football since he was eight years old and is a passionate supporter of Ipswich Town Football Club.

Secondary Teacher

Wing Lai

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Course Details

Understand the components of a philosophical inquiry
Think crtiically
Understand and apply philosophical theory to ideas

One Term
26 Apr 2023
30 Jun 2023
English

Yes
NCEA Level 2, NCEA Level 3
Yes
Standard No * Standard title credit value Internal/External
90827 Analyse the key beliefs of a religious tradition and a secular world view in relation to ultimate questions 6 Internal
91597 Conduct a critical social inquiry 6 Internal

Philosophy cannot be done ‘solo’. In a philosophy course the participating students become a community with a shared interest in exploring and discussing ‘big’ questions. Anyone wanting to take this course will need to fully participate in ongoing online discussion, whether through social media type platforms or in the video conference. Discussion is a fundamental part of the course.

Learning Exchange

0.3 placement

OR Cost

$520.00

1 - 15

Offered by

Ashburton College
Ashburton College

Level (NCEA)

Yes - L2, L3

Course Dates

26 Apr 2023

till 30 Jun 2023

Duration

One Term

Taught in

English

Overall Rating

Learning Exchange

0.3 placement

OR Cost

$520.00

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