What to expect when you take a philosophy workshop
Philosophy workshops emphasize discussion, life experience, self-examination, and practical application.
Philosophy workshops are led by a philosophy teacher committed to accessible language and open conversation. No prior philosophical training is necessary . . . just an open mind, a respectful approach to others, and a sense of humor!
On the first day of each multi-week workshop, your workshop leader will offer an orienting introduction to the philosopher we’ll be studying. For each session, participants will read a short selection of text in advance, and consider some accompanying questions for discussion. Our work throughout the three weeks will include:
Philosophy workshops are led by a philosophy teacher committed to accessible language and open conversation. No prior philosophical training is necessary . . . just an open mind, a respectful approach to others, and a sense of humor!
On the first day of each multi-week workshop, your workshop leader will offer an orienting introduction to the philosopher we’ll be studying. For each session, participants will read a short selection of text in advance, and consider some accompanying questions for discussion. Our work throughout the three weeks will include:
1. Reading slowly and learning to “mine” the text to discover the philosophical insights and practical lessons presented to us. A rewarding challenge! |
2. Lively discussion, in which we interpret the text together, think critically about its meaning, and consider how we might apply |
3. Experimentation, in which we put inspiring ideas into practice and evaluate their affect on us. This will get us to try new things and work on personal goals. |
As participants progress through the workshops they will:
- gain greater confidence and independence working with difficult philosophical texts
- develop habits of critical and creative thinking about their own lives
- enhance their comfort level in discussion
- expand their sense of community
- become practiced at intentional goal setting
