Teaching Philosophical Thought in Social Studies: Integrating Philosophical Thought into Social Studies Teaching to Address Contemporary Social Issues
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Academic Research and Evaluations in Educational Sciences.
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This section aims to examine the origins, fundamental characteristics, and educational applications of philosophical thought. Emerging from human nature’s inherent tendency to inquire and seek understanding, philosophical thought has evolved with contributions from thinkers such as Aristotle, Hobbes, Kant, Spinoza, and Berkeley. The text explores the dimensions of comprehensiveness, in-depth analysis, and flexibility within philosophical thought, discussing how these features influence individuals' problem-solving approaches and critical thinking skills. Furthermore, the significance of teaching philosophical thought, particularly in social studies courses, is emphasized in fostering students’ analytical, inquisitive, and creative thinking abilities through the discussion of contemporary issues and social matters. By analyzing instructional techniques such as the Socratic method, brainstorming, and case study analysis, the role and function of philosophical thought in education are elaborated, ultimately concluding that this approach plays a crucial role in cultivating effective citizenship awareness.
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Copyright (c) 2025 Salih Uslu; Şenol Deniz, Abdullah Biçer, Adnan Çırak, Zeynep Nur Batuk, Naciye Güven, Pınar Ayyıldız, Soner Arık, Adem Kenan, İbrahim Kaya, Nihal Baloğlu Uğurlu, Nurettin Menteş, Fatih Aktaş, Mehmet Çetin, Şükran Geçgel, Ovlyaguly Durdymyradov, Melek Körükcü