Of all the subjects that could be taught in prisons, philosophy might seem a strange choice. You might think that we should address the educational basics first, since, according to a House of Commons report, 57% of prisoners in England “have English and Math levels at or below those expected of an eleven-year-old”. You might also expect prison education to focus on the skills needed for employment after release.
What I’ve learned from teaching philosophy in prisons
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