The SAGE Handbook of Philosophy of Education

′This is an impressive collection of contributions from many of the leading figures in the field of philosophy of education in the Western world. It is wide ranging in its scope and coverage of the field and offers perhaps the best single point of reference for anyone wanting to see what the subject has to offer to an understanding of education as a field of practice, policy and enquiry -- and that, as these well crafted pieces demonstrate, is a lot′ -
David Bridges
Professor Emeritus, University of East Anglia, Professorial Fellow, University of Cambridge Faculty of Education

"This volume is to be recommended to all educators with an interest in philosophy of education... the quality of writing was excellent throughout [with] examples of what a range of perspectives looks like, with an admirable ability to consider the weaknesses of these positions alongside their strengths...highly recommended as an introduction to the field."

Journal of Research in International Education

"In brief, this SAGE Handbook is an interesting and informative book on philosophy of education. It can be "handy" to a wide range of interested readers, eg, students of different educational disciplines new to the area of philosophy; teachers, with no familiarity with philosophy who are keen to gain a basic knowledge of educational philosophy; and those with a desire to apply philosophy to educational practice. The book oscillates between classical and contemporary philosophical thought which provides a helpful perspective for the reader. It reflects on philosophical thoughts in an unambiguous, simplified, and attractive manner as well as supporting the significant relationship between educational practice and philosophical enquiry of the contemporary world."

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′This is an impressive collection of contributions from many of the leading figures in the field of philosophy of education in the Western world. It is wide ranging in its scope and coverage of the field and offers perhaps the best single point of reference for anyone wanting to see what the subject has to offer to an understanding of education as a field of practice, policy and enquiry -- and that, as these well crafted pieces demonstrate, is a lot′ - David Bridges, Professor Emeritus, University of East Anglia, Professorial Fellow, University of Cambridge Faculty of Education -- R.R. Sherman
On the whole this is an excellent text: the majority of the chapters are clear and challenge readers to think about important issues in education. This is a very useful addition to course texts in the area of Philosophy of Education. -- Dr Fiona Patrick * drupal *
This is an exceptionally comprehensive text, detailing many, if not all of the pertinent issues for the undergraduate philosophy of education course. It is pitched at an appropriate level, concisely setting out the main ideas and developing them clearly. The apparent progression and development of concepts throughout the text makes it a particularly useful reference tool for both lecturers and students alike.
It is also affordable, which will be very much welcomed by our students! -- Dr Jim Clack * drupal *
A very useful text for exploring the wider implications of educational philosophy and pedagogy. -- Dr Steve Hothersall * drupal *
This gives good, up-to-date coverage of a good range of issues in Philosophy of Education. I will be recommending it to our students. -- Dr Tim Jay * drupal *
I am still working on the book because I will be using it next semester. I will provid you with the feedback in due course -- Dr Yasemin Kirkgoz * drupal *
This is an immensely useful resource across several courses that I manage. The need to understand the Philosophy of Education can be usefully embedded within Psychology, Counselling and Health and Socail Care Courses considering as it does so many areas of theory and educational thinking including models of learning. I have deemed it essential reading and recommended it as part of our next purchase order within the Learning and Resource centre for the academic institution of which I am a part.
Many of the learners I work with have already purchased the volume and are accessing materail which they have identified in assignments submitted in this academic year, despite the fact that my intention was to review the title for a course that is not yet due to commence its run. -- Mr Andrew Thorne * drupal *
Beneficial core text identified on the reading list to inform both comtemporary Issues and evidence-informed practice in education- aimed for those engaging with a PGCE programme from a non-education routes as well as beneficial text to assist those wishing to develop their understanding of philosophy in education -- Mr Julian Ayres * drupal *
EXcellent core text identified as essential reading- aimed for those engaging with a PGCE programme from a non-education routes as well as beneficial text to assist those wishing to develop their understanding of philosophy in education -- Mr Julian Ayres * drupal *
This book is an excellent text and it covers such a broad range of subjects that any philosophy of education course could engage with.

I would certainly want students to use this book as a recommended wider reading text in order for them to deepen their knowledge of the subject of philosophy of education in all its form.

A great reader and a challenging text for from first year undergrad to MA Level -- Mr Lewis Stockwell * drupal *
Very informative and thought provoking -- Mr Michael Hobson * drupal *
This is a good introduction to philosophy for undergraduate students. -- Mrs Kathryn Nethercott * drupal *
Very useful introductory text with a wide audience appeal. The content is challenging yet accessible. -- Mrs Sally Goldspink * drupal *
A comprehensive and accessible guide for anyone exploring the philosophy of education. -- Ms Caroline Brooks * drupal *
I have recommended that this text become part of the essential reading list for our new module ′Philosophy and Education′. The structure of the book allows novice philosophy students to delve into this complex subject area at a level that supports their emerging understanding. It brings together a wealth of areas for further debate and discussion and sections such as the Gazetteer of Educational Thinkers (Chapter 13) aim to expand students′ knowledge of past and contemporary thinkers. I am particularly pleased that a chapter on feminism and education is included. It is well-written, affords great variety in the subjects selected for discussion and allows students and lecturers to ′dip′ in and out as required. -- Ms Claire Largan * drupal *
Excellent resource for students and academic staff. -- Ms Lisa Amanda Sheriff * drupal *
This handbook will be useful to student teachers on our course for both their Reflective Professional and Teaching and Research M-level modules. Each chapter can be referred to in relation to an aspect of the PGCE and tutors have also commented on its authoritative and well designed content. -- Ms Veronica Towers * drupal *
We use the book this fall on the master and Ph.D level. The students and teachers are confident with the book. It gives a wide and deep view over philosophy of education in the contemporary educational research society. -- Professor Anders Olofsson * drupal *