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TRASH Day 10 (8/26): The Roots of Western Knowledge


Aims & Objectives

  • to encourage students to reflect on the central question, “How do we know that?”, and to recognize the value of asking that question
  • to encourage students to be more aware of their own perspectives and to reflect critically on their own beliefs and assumptions
  • identify and explore links between knowledge questions and the world around us

Key Questions

  • Where does knowledge come from? (Scope)
  • How do we acquire knowledge? (Methods & Tools)

Agenda

  • The Roots of Western Knowledge: The School of Athens
  • School of Athens Extension Activity
Ongoing Concerns
  • CAS blog due Sunday
  • IB TShirt Orders by Friday
  • Homecoming Kickoff: Sunday, 9/26, 5:30-7:30pm

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