Philosophy with
Secondary Students (SMP)

This event took place on March 2, 2020 at SMP Muhammadiyah, Purwokerto, Indonesia.
For this P4C Philosophy session, we took over a Secondary 1 English class (Kelas 7).

Using Aesop’s fable The Bear and the Travellers as a stimulus, this BIJAK programme engaged the students
in a philosophical discussion of friendship in an entertaining, yet educational way.

During this programme, participants applied philosophical skills (logical reasoning, critical thinking and conceptual analysis)
to explore FRIENDSHIP as a concept.
They engaged in questions and answers that helped them improve their knowledge
and gain a better understanding of the topic under discussion.

We had a very lively discussion that was enjoyed by both the students and their teacher.

video

An extract of the video recording of the Philosophy Session.

photos

Dini tells the story of Two Friends and a Bear.
Dini tells the story of Two Friends and a Bear.
"Are there any rules in Friendship?" Dini asks.
"Are there any rules in Friendship?" Dini asks.
Participants pose for a group photo.
Participants pose for a group photo.
Ms Rufi gives a feedback on the Philosophy Session.
Ms Rufi gives a feedback on the Philosophy Session.
"Is a friend who cannot save you a lesser friend?" Nageeb asks.
"Is a friend who cannot save you a lesser friend?" Nageeb asks.
"Who has a best friend? Hands up!"
"Who has a best friend? Hands up!"
School principal and teacher poses with the BIJAK team.
School principal and teacher poses with the BIJAK team.
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testimonials

Check out this video testimonials from the English teacher, Ms Rufi’ah Ning Asrianti, S.Pd.

Program yang menarik. Mengajak siswa untuk berpikir dan mengembangkan karakter menggunakan logika dan penalaran. Mereka dapat lebih menghargai nilai persahabatan. Hal ini penting untuk membasmi bullying.

Kami harap kegiatan ini bisa dilaksanakan secara reguler.

Drs. Bayu Santoso

Kepala Sekolah SMP Muhammadiyah 1 Purwokerto

Menyenangkan. Kita bisa bertukar pikir dengan teman-teman. Saya belajar tentang kualitas yang dimiliki oleh teman yang baik. Saya juga jadi tahu bahwa ada aturan-aturan dalam persahabatan.

Saya ingin mengikuti kegiatan seperti ini lagi.

Gozan

Siswa Kelas 7F