Roberto Franzini Tibaldeo Books

The book delves into the educational impact of Matthew Lipman and Ann Margaret Sharp, highlighting their collaborative development of the "Philosophy for Children" (P4C) curriculum. It emphasizes their innovative approach that links philosophy with childhood, reframing philosophical discourse in practical terms, and using it to enhance democracy and moral capabilities in children. The authors argue against a purely cognitive approach to education, showcasing Lipman and Sharp's diverse skills as educators and community builders. The text also critiques P4C's achievements and explores its future potential.

This book deals with the relevance of community-based philosophical practices to individual and social empowerment. The authors analyze if it is possible for the inclusive dialogue between people of diverse backgrounds in informal adult education to benefit from the community practice of philosophy. They discuss if the latter can offer a contribution to individual, community and social empowerment. They make use of the dialogical methodology linked to M. Lipman and A. M. Sharp’s «Philosophy for Children». The book aims at achieving a critical lens for the analysis and assessment of community practices and for envisioning further possibilities of philosophical inquiry.