Taoism, Teaching, and Learning
A Nature-Based Approach to Education
Published on 9. September 2022
Book
Hardback
277 pages
978-1-4875-4094-4 (ISBN)
Description
The ancient Chinese philosophy of Taoism contains profound wisdom about the cosmos, nature, human life, and education. Taoism seeks to be in harmony with nature, and using it as a guide can help us live in a way that is healing to both ourselves and the planet.
Taoism, Teaching, and Learning identifies key aspects of Taoist thought and highlights how these principles can promote a holistic approach to teaching and learning. In particular, this book offers educators guidelines and pedagogical examples for how to instil a perspective of interconnectedness into their classrooms. It sheds light on how philosophical Taoism articulates a vision of the universe and life that mirrors the actual realities of nature.
Providing frameworks and methods for teaching and learning based on the interconnectedness of life, Taoism, Teaching, and Learning develops an inspiring vision for education and helps us to see our world in a deeply holistic and meaningful way.
Taoism, Teaching, and Learning identifies key aspects of Taoist thought and highlights how these principles can promote a holistic approach to teaching and learning. In particular, this book offers educators guidelines and pedagogical examples for how to instil a perspective of interconnectedness into their classrooms. It sheds light on how philosophical Taoism articulates a vision of the universe and life that mirrors the actual realities of nature.
Providing frameworks and methods for teaching and learning based on the interconnectedness of life, Taoism, Teaching, and Learning develops an inspiring vision for education and helps us to see our world in a deeply holistic and meaningful way.
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
Toronto
Canada
Target group
College/higher education
Professional and scholarly
Illustrations
1 b&w table
Dimensions
Height: 235 mm
Width: 159 mm
Thickness: 11 mm
Weight
320 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-4875-4094-4 (9781487540944)
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Persons
John P. Miller is a professor in the Department of Curriculum, Teaching, and Learning at the University of Toronto.
Xiang Li earned her MEd in Curriculum and Pedagogy from the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education at the University of Toronto.
Tian Ruan earned her MEd in curriculum and pedagogy from the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education at the University of Toronto.
Xiang Li earned her MEd in Curriculum and Pedagogy from the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education at the University of Toronto.
Tian Ruan earned her MEd in curriculum and pedagogy from the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education at the University of Toronto.
Content
Foreword
Preface
1. Exploring Taoist Educational Philosophies in a Classical Suzhou Garden
2. Bringing Education into Harmony with the Way Things Are
3. Self-Cultivation
4. Wu-Wei: Teaching with Ease and Grace
5. Balancing Yin and Yang
6. Taoism and Holistic Education
7. Yin and Yang: Play in Kindergarten and the Teachers' Role
8. A New Vision for Education
Preface
1. Exploring Taoist Educational Philosophies in a Classical Suzhou Garden
2. Bringing Education into Harmony with the Way Things Are
3. Self-Cultivation
4. Wu-Wei: Teaching with Ease and Grace
5. Balancing Yin and Yang
6. Taoism and Holistic Education
7. Yin and Yang: Play in Kindergarten and the Teachers' Role
8. A New Vision for Education