In this sequel to his internationally acclaimed classic, The Call to
Teach, David Hansen revisits the idea of teaching as a calling in light
of contemporary expectations in education. Reimagining The Call to
Teach brings to life an ethical approach to teaching that is informed
by an understanding of teaching's great purpose: to help the next
generation forge a spirit of mutual care and concern while supporting
each student's distinctive way of being in the world. Hansen juxtaposes
testimony from public school educators with ideas and examples drawn
from philosophy, teacher education, research on teaching, literature,
and other arts. He demonstrates that, despite pressing structural
challenges in the educational system, teachers can bring their calling
to life by supporting one another and by engaging in philosophical
inquiry and self-cultivation. Rendered with Hansen's customary
eloquence, this dynamic book will be of interest to all who care about
the dignity of teachers and teaching in our time.
Book Features:
- Provides a fresh and inspiring account of teaching as a calling.
- Draws creatively on a wide-range of sources, including extensive
testimony from teachers.
- Focuses on an ethical approach to working with teachers called
"bearing witness."
- Highlights the important place of philosophy in being a teacher and a
teacher educator.
- Uses an accessible and engaging style with rich examples throughout.
