Philosophy East / West

Philosophy East/West showcases new scholarship in the philosophy of education and contemplative studies, paying particular attention to the intersection of mindfulness, evidence-based science, and wisdom traditions. * Moves beyond simplistic explanations of "Eastern" and "Western" to explore the complexity and diversity of various wisdom traditions * Investigates the effect of mindfulness-based curricular interventions on current educational theory and practice * Uses insights from important Western philosophers--including Heidegger, Levinas, and Foucault--to situate contemplative practice within contemporary educational theory * Emphasizes the importance of transcultural and intercultural approaches in the philosophy of education