Philosophy Of Education For The 21st Century: The Projects Of Heidegger And Wittgenstein

Based on a redefinition of philosophy that relegates epistemological concerns to those of a minor issue best left alone, this essay examines the major roles and projects for philosophers of education found in Ludwig Wittgenstein and Martin Heidegger. Their projects-viz., Wittgenstein's method of Ubersicht and Heidegger's solicitude and deconstruction of the history of ontology-are of particular importance to philosophy of education. Their promise lies in opening channels of communication and creating the possibility for dialogue.