Interesting concept : How can we make online discussion of philosophy
productive and not waste time in the process ? That is, how can we make
online discussion of Radical Centrist philosophy productive and do so
in such a way that the usefulness of such discussion is evident
to all concerned without waiting very long to get the idea ?
Probably we need a "problems to be solved" approach, some specific tasks
that can actually be undertaken expeditiously, with the goal of practical
outcomes as part of the conversation.
Any other ideas on the subject ?
Billy
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from the site : In Socrates' Wake
Oct 1, 2012
“Philosophy Discussions Online: How to Make them Productive, Effective and
Efficient”
The American Association of Philosophy Teachers (AAPT) invites proposals
for its session “Philosophy Discussions Online: How to Make them Productive,
Effective and Efficient” at the upcoming Pacific APA meeting in San
Francisco from March 27 to 31, 2013.
Papers are solicited that present ways to achieve meaningful online
discussions in either Philosophy courses taught completely online or in
traditional Philosophy courses with an online-discussion component. Specific
case
examples that use formats such as discussion threads, blogs, wikis, chat
rooms, or even argument mapping software are welcome. Reference to particular
pedagogic theories and/or approaches that ground the instructor’s way of
handling discussion would also be much appreciated.
Submissions are encouraged from teachers at all levels of university and
college teaching—that is, teachers of Philosophy courses in 2-year and
4-year programs as well as in MA and PhD programs.
Proposals should be of presentations that are no more than 20 minutes; are
oriented towards the practical implementation of the ideas presented; and
preferably, are interactive with the audience. Presentations may be made by
individuals or by panels.
The AAPT two-hour session will be composed of three 20-minute
presentations followed by one hour of discussion with the audience.
Proposals should be no longer than 300 words and should be submitted in
either Word or PDF format to Bill Anelli at [email protected]_
(mailto:[email protected]) and Tziporah Kasachkoff at [email protected]_
(mailto:[email protected]) .
Deadline for submission of proposals is October 15th, 2012.
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