A PEDAGOGIA MONTAIGNIANA: PRÁTICA DE EDUCAÇÃO FILOSÓFICA NA FORMAÇÃO DAS CRIANÇAS

Abstract

Pedagogy applies theories and methods to facilitate teaching and learning, while philosophy investigates essential questions about existence, knowledge, and morality. Philosophy of Education, as a subdiscipline, analyzes the principles and foundations of education, addressing its ethical and epistemological implications. Based on this understanding, the present study aims to explore philosophical education practices in the formation of children from the perspective of Montaigne's Pedagogy, examining how these practices promote autonomy, critical thinking, and ethical values. The choice of this topic is based on the need to understand an educational approach that values holistic development, critical thinking, autonomy, and ethical values from childhood. The debate on the formation of school knowledge is widely discussed in educational literature. To this end, this research is quantitative and descriptive, with a qualitative and inductive approach, aiming to identify and record the relevance of pedagogical practices and their impact on children's development. Michel de Montaigne is primarily known for his reflections in his "Essays," which address topics such as human nature, morality, education, and politics, characterized by skepticism, humanism, and a unique view of education. Montaigne's "Essays" remain relevant in contemporary education, promoting critical thinking, character formation, and introspection. His educational approach values individuality and autonomy, offering a holistic vision that recognizes the importance of educating the "whole" student, fostering a more reflective and ethical society, and reminding us of the importance of a critical and analytical education. Keywords: Pedagogy. Philosophy of Education. Michel Montaigne. Pedagogical Practices.