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Here are the teacher pack items for Philosophy and Its Influence: Confucianism, Taoism, and Legalism:
Overview In this experience, students encounter three of the most important philosophies that contributed to the shaping of ancient Chinese society: Confucianism, Taoism, and Legalism, represented by Confucius, Laozi, and Han Fei Zi respectively. After immersing themselves in the philosophies through print and video sources, students work in small groups to report on comparisons and contrasts among the three. Then they analyze a tale about the childhood of the Confucian philosopher Mencius, illustrating Confucian attitudes toward women and parenting. Students will work together in small groups in scene 3. Objectives
In ancient China, the actions of rulers and the behavior and character of individuals were strongly affected by the writings of philosophers. In this experience, you will learn about three of the most important philosophies and their authors.
Objectives
Confucius
Write the names of two or more historical figures or authors whom you consider very wise (or whom you have heard were very wise). Separate the names with a comma, like this: George, Martha
Select three or more names from the cloud that you agree belong on the list. Ask students who those individuals were and what they did or wrote that was wise. Then tell students that in this experience, they will learn about wise men who not only shaped an ancient civilization, but who are still followed by millions of people today.
