Rage Against the Machine?

This year we are looking at the implications of technology and AI on philosophy for children.

Are we more or less connected because of technology? What is it to be connected? How connected are we? Should P4C embrace or reject technology? How can we use it successfully, what dangers does it pose or can it be utilised for everyone’s benefit? What environmental issues does it raise? To connect or disconnect, is that the question?

The meeting will be hybrid again and the theme is deliberately open to invite a range of approaches. This is because SOPHIA workshops deal with P4C pedagogy, theory and practice; as well as philosophical experiences, games and activities for practitioners to take away.

Friday, 23rd May (Public Event) – University of Malta

18:00 – 19:30: Three back-to-back presentations on P4C and the Teaching of Ethics in Schools

19:30 – 20:00: Drinks reception. The event concludes at 20:00.

Venue: University of Malta.

Audience: Open to the general public, schools, and students.

Cost: Free

Saturday, 24th & Sunday, 25th May – SOPHIA Network Meeting

Theme: Rage Against the Machine?

CALL FOR PROPOSALS OPEN UNTIL FEBRUARY 28th

Venue: San Andrea School – San Andrea Website

Accommodation & Transport:

• There are many B&B options available for accommodation. Malta is small, so participants can stay wherever they prefer, as all locations are relatively close.
• Bolt and Uberare the best transport options.
• Ryanair operates flights to Malta, so participants can find very affordable travel options.

Food:

• Lunch and refreshments at the meeting will be supplied by SOPHIA.
• Dinner on Saturday: The Saturday dinner will most likely be held at Ta’ Nenu in Valletta, which offers a variety of options at different prices and caters to all dietary needs.

Registration: HERE

Programme: To be announced in March