Education for the Embodied Human

A Contemporary Understanding on Human Nature for Holistic Education
Erscheinungsjahr 2025
ISBN: 978-90-04-72435-8
Verlag: Brill

Buch, Englisch, Band 14, 178 Seiten, Format (B × H): 157 mm x 234 mm, Gewicht: 295 g

Reihe: Global Education in the 21st Century

Explore Education for the Embodied Human by Akhil K. Singh, where he addresses pivotal questions about human nature and education. This book examines how assumptions about human nature influence educational concepts, formulates a comprehensive, evidence-based theory of human nature, and delves into embodied cognition, backed by the latest empirical findings in cognitive science. Are you ready to challenge and transform conventional teaching through an innovative "inside-out and outside-in" approach? This essential read is perfect for educators and policymakers eager to adopt a holistic, evidence-based approach to learning. Dive into a transformative journey that reshapes education through an embodied lens.

Autoren/Hrsg.

Kumar Singh, Akhil

Fachgebiete

• Sozialwissenschaften Pädagogik Pädagogik

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Preface

Acknowledgements

List of Figures

Abbreviations

1 Introduction 1 Overview of the Chapters

2 The Interplay between Education and Human Nature 1 The Role of Education in Human Society 2 Transforming Human Nature through Education 3 Insights from Global Perspectives: A Tri-Continental View 4 Conclusion

3 Understanding Human Nature: Theories and Debates 1 Historical Survey of Theories of Human Nature 2 Challenges in Defining What It Means to Be Human 3 Modern Approaches to Understanding Human Nature 4 Conclusion

4 Foundations of Embodied Human Nature 1 Inspirations for Embodied Cognition 2 Building the Case for Embodied Cognition 3 The Scientific and Philosophical Grounding of Embodiment 4 Conclusion

5 Rethinking Education through Embodied Approach 1 Uncovering Dualistic Biases in Traditional Education 2 The Roots of Dualism in Human Thought 3 Towards an Embodied Approach in Education 4 Conclusion

6 Embodied Education in Practice: Designing Holistic Learning Environments 1 The Outer Curriculum: Aligning Education with Embodied Human Nature 2 The Inner Curriculum: Fostering Self-Awareness and Embodied Learning 3 Conclusion

7 Conclusion: A Path Forward

References

Index

Über Autor(innen)

Akhil K. Singh, Ph.D. (IIT Jodhpur, India), specializes in educational philosophy and psychology. His work focuses on holistic, child-centric learning environments and embodied pedagogies. He is a fervent advocate for engaging children with philosophy.