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Enabling Students' Voices and Identities

Philosophical Inquiry in a Time of Discord

Arie Kizel

One of the challenges that educational systems are facing worldwide is enabling the voices of children from silenced, marginalized, and excluded groups to be heard in communities of philosophical inquiry. Children from unprivileged socioeconomic sectors or minorities, and whose narrative is not in accord with that of the dominant mainstream narrative, often feel uncomfortable expressing their feelings, experiences, and mostly their authentic philosophical questions during communities of philosophical inquiry. They prefer not to raise the questions from their identity perspective. Even if they are friendly, such communities of inquiry are governed—even if implicitly—by the hegemonic meta-narrative. This book addresses the challenges of authentic inclusion of these children and their identities/narratives. Arie Kizel analyzes both how discourse about multiple identities and narratives can enrich the theoretical foundations of philosophy for/with children, as opposed to the sterile banking and normalizing education, and the challenge of various identities and their uniqueness within childhood in order to offer theoretical and pedagogical-educational solutions within philosophy for and with children. This book furthers our understanding of dialogical inquiry, particularly within a pluralistic environment that explicitly promotes democratic culture.

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Lexington Books
Pages: 144 • Trim: 6¼ x 9¼
978-1-66695-764-8 • Hardback • July 2024 • $100.00 • (£77.00)
Subjects: Education / Philosophy, Theory & Social Aspects, Education / General

Arie Kizel is professor of philosophy of education at the Faculty of Education, University of Haifa, Israel

Introduction

Chapter 1: The Educational Discourse and Excluded and Marginalized Groups

Chapter 2: The Politics of Identity and Identity-Enabling within Philosophical Communities of Inquiry: Tensions and Challenges

Chapter 3: P4wC as a Dialogical Space for Questions and Discussion in the Context of Multiple Identities-Narratives

Chapter 4: Facilitators, Philosophical Communities of Inquiry, Identity, and Sensitivity

Chapter 5: Children’s Philosophical Voices regarding Identity

In Enabling Students' Voices and Identities, Kizel promotes democratic education for all, especially marginalized groups, through philosophical inquiry. He emphasizes giving children a voice and fostering critical thinking through philosophical communities, ensuring that every student feels valued and respected. Short chapters address various educational issues and highlight the gap between modern education and the need for identity development and open conversation. Kizel discusses P4wC (Philosophy for and with Children) and notes six dimensions for pedagogical analysis and study before engaging in this practice. He emphasizes facilitators' critical role and their need to liberate themselves to enable open conversation and identity discovery, so that students can discuss issues openly without setting aside who they are, and moving past a "pedagogy of fear," which limits education. Finally, the reader reviews four case studies involving children that considered their identity, connections to their culture, and consideration of others. The last case study, on poverty and identity, elicited strong reflections from students and sparked discussions. Ultimately, Kizel provides foundational and practical work for educators, students, and those who shape educational spaces, making this essential for educators. Essential. Undergraduates through faculty; professionals.


— Choice Reviews


"Ultimately our capacity to dialogue will determine not only the quality of our future, but if we have a future. Being able to dialogue so that others are not reticent to speak is a dying art that will survive only if educators make a concerted effort to revitalize it. This author is to be commended not only for prompting educators to do just that, but also for offering guidelines as to how best to do it. In a world in which hate and intolerance is on the rise, this book is a genuine gift."


— Dr. Susan T. Gardner, professor of philosophy, Capilano University, North Vancouver, Canada; director, The Vancouver Institute of Philosophy for Children


"This book addresses an important issue that has so far received too little attention, namely how it is possible to design philosophizing with children as an inclusive setting in which all children, regardless of their different socio-economic and cultural backgrounds, can contribute their voice and be heard. This is often assumed in theory, but the fact that it does not always succeed in practice has not yet been problematized enough. The text provides both the theoretical background knowledge required to discuss the issue and offers important insights into exclusionary structures and mechanisms as well as practical ways of making philosophizing more inclusive."


— Kerstin Michalik, University of Hamburg


"In a world of increasing tension and conflict, Kizel's book is a necessity. Not only does it provide an educational and dialogical space for children to ask their own questions and articulate their own identities, but it also powerfully demonstrates the indispensable role that philosophy can play in complex social environments. Educational research in general, and critical pedagogy in particular, can only afford to ignore Kizel's work at their own peril."


— Tomaž Grušovnik, University of Primorska


“Getting children from underprivileged and minority communities to engage in philosophical discussions can present facilitators with a seemingly insurmountable challenge. Kizel provides excellent guidance in how to successfully accomplish this task in his insightful book. A must read for anyone working with children from diverse backgrounds.”


— Thomas Wartenberg, Professor of Philosophy, Mt. Holyoke College


Enabling Students' Voices and Identities

Philosophical Inquiry in a Time of Discord

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Hardback
Summary
Summary
  • One of the challenges that educational systems are facing worldwide is enabling the voices of children from silenced, marginalized, and excluded groups to be heard in communities of philosophical inquiry. Children from unprivileged socioeconomic sectors or minorities, and whose narrative is not in accord with that of the dominant mainstream narrative, often feel uncomfortable expressing their feelings, experiences, and mostly their authentic philosophical questions during communities of philosophical inquiry. They prefer not to raise the questions from their identity perspective. Even if they are friendly, such communities of inquiry are governed—even if implicitly—by the hegemonic meta-narrative. This book addresses the challenges of authentic inclusion of these children and their identities/narratives. Arie Kizel analyzes both how discourse about multiple identities and narratives can enrich the theoretical foundations of philosophy for/with children, as opposed to the sterile banking and normalizing education, and the challenge of various identities and their uniqueness within childhood in order to offer theoretical and pedagogical-educational solutions within philosophy for and with children. This book furthers our understanding of dialogical inquiry, particularly within a pluralistic environment that explicitly promotes democratic culture.

Details
Details
  • Lexington Books
    Pages: 144 • Trim: 6¼ x 9¼
    978-1-66695-764-8 • Hardback • July 2024 • $100.00 • (£77.00)
    Subjects: Education / Philosophy, Theory & Social Aspects, Education / General
Author
Author
  • Arie Kizel is professor of philosophy of education at the Faculty of Education, University of Haifa, Israel

Table of Contents
Table of Contents
  • Introduction

    Chapter 1: The Educational Discourse and Excluded and Marginalized Groups

    Chapter 2: The Politics of Identity and Identity-Enabling within Philosophical Communities of Inquiry: Tensions and Challenges

    Chapter 3: P4wC as a Dialogical Space for Questions and Discussion in the Context of Multiple Identities-Narratives

    Chapter 4: Facilitators, Philosophical Communities of Inquiry, Identity, and Sensitivity

    Chapter 5: Children’s Philosophical Voices regarding Identity

Reviews
Reviews
  • In Enabling Students' Voices and Identities, Kizel promotes democratic education for all, especially marginalized groups, through philosophical inquiry. He emphasizes giving children a voice and fostering critical thinking through philosophical communities, ensuring that every student feels valued and respected. Short chapters address various educational issues and highlight the gap between modern education and the need for identity development and open conversation. Kizel discusses P4wC (Philosophy for and with Children) and notes six dimensions for pedagogical analysis and study before engaging in this practice. He emphasizes facilitators' critical role and their need to liberate themselves to enable open conversation and identity discovery, so that students can discuss issues openly without setting aside who they are, and moving past a "pedagogy of fear," which limits education. Finally, the reader reviews four case studies involving children that considered their identity, connections to their culture, and consideration of others. The last case study, on poverty and identity, elicited strong reflections from students and sparked discussions. Ultimately, Kizel provides foundational and practical work for educators, students, and those who shape educational spaces, making this essential for educators. Essential. Undergraduates through faculty; professionals.


    — Choice Reviews


    "Ultimately our capacity to dialogue will determine not only the quality of our future, but if we have a future. Being able to dialogue so that others are not reticent to speak is a dying art that will survive only if educators make a concerted effort to revitalize it. This author is to be commended not only for prompting educators to do just that, but also for offering guidelines as to how best to do it. In a world in which hate and intolerance is on the rise, this book is a genuine gift."


    — Dr. Susan T. Gardner, professor of philosophy, Capilano University, North Vancouver, Canada; director, The Vancouver Institute of Philosophy for Children


    "This book addresses an important issue that has so far received too little attention, namely how it is possible to design philosophizing with children as an inclusive setting in which all children, regardless of their different socio-economic and cultural backgrounds, can contribute their voice and be heard. This is often assumed in theory, but the fact that it does not always succeed in practice has not yet been problematized enough. The text provides both the theoretical background knowledge required to discuss the issue and offers important insights into exclusionary structures and mechanisms as well as practical ways of making philosophizing more inclusive."


    — Kerstin Michalik, University of Hamburg


    "In a world of increasing tension and conflict, Kizel's book is a necessity. Not only does it provide an educational and dialogical space for children to ask their own questions and articulate their own identities, but it also powerfully demonstrates the indispensable role that philosophy can play in complex social environments. Educational research in general, and critical pedagogy in particular, can only afford to ignore Kizel's work at their own peril."


    — Tomaž Grušovnik, University of Primorska


    “Getting children from underprivileged and minority communities to engage in philosophical discussions can present facilitators with a seemingly insurmountable challenge. Kizel provides excellent guidance in how to successfully accomplish this task in his insightful book. A must read for anyone working with children from diverse backgrounds.”


    — Thomas Wartenberg, Professor of Philosophy, Mt. Holyoke College


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