PEDAGOŠKI INŠTITUTThe theoretical framework of research implemented within the Centre is related to classic and modern philosophical ideas on upbringing and education. Said research includes various philosophical approaches towards analysing and interpreting epistemological, metaphysical, ethical, and political dimensions of upbringing and education. Particular attention is paid to a critical analysis of core concepts (upbringing, education, indoctrination, citizenship, tolerance, justice, equal opportunity, human and children’s rights, knowledge, patriotism, etc.).
Who we are
- Dr Zdenko Kodelja, Scientific Councillor, Head of Centre
- Dr Marjan Šimenc, Senior Scientific Associate
- Dr Mitja Sardoč, Senior Scientific Associate
Areas of Research
educational philosophy, moral education, didactics of philosophy
Ongoing Projects
- Fundamental research project“Neoliberalism in the European Education Area: Between the Efficiency and Fairness of the Slovenian Educational Policies and Practices”
Concluded research projects
- Righteousness in Education
- Equal Possibilities in the Upbringing and Educational System in Slovenia
- Civic Education, Values and Viewpoints of Pupils in Slovenia
International Collaborations
- University of Birmingham, Great Britain
- University of Rochester, USA
- UCL Institute of Education, Great Britain
Other Activities
- Department of Philosophy, Faculty of Arts (University of Ljubljana)
- Faculty of Education, University of Ljubljana
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