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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