Discover a new way to teach ethics and philosophy
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How does our content work?
Our content is entirely narrative-based and interactive. Students role-play as professionals facing various dilemmas and collaborate to devise solutions. Examples include:
- Business students manage a company for a day.
- Software students develop innovative technologies.
- Science students design and execute experiments.
Why is philosophy important?
The integration of philosophy into the classroom not only enhances the curriculum’s effectiveness but also offers substantial social benefits for students. Research shows that engaging in philosophical inquiry empirically improves reading, writing, math, science, and problem-solving skills. [1] Students also exhibit reduced dependency and anxiety, improved confidence, and increased participation in classroom discussion. [2]
Who is this for?
Whether you're a teacher looking to integrate ethics and philosophy into regular subjects or a philosophy, ethics, or religion educator seeking to enrich your lessons, we are happy to tailor something to the needs of your classroom.
Key Outcomes
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Cultivate a culture of inquiry
We encourage students to question assumptions, seek out diverse perspectives, and explore innovative ideas together.
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Understand other ways of thinking
Students gain insight into their own beliefs and learn to appreciate the diversity within their class, working collaboratively to reach a shared understanding.
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Enhance communication skills
Students enhance their reasoning and communication abilities by articulating their viewpoints, addressing counter-arguments, and connecting concepts across different lessons.
Selected press
iAwards 2022-
Independence Vol. 47 No. 2
Journal of AHISA
Michelle Haines Thomas talks ethics, philosophy, and educational context. Read about the pedagogical reception to trial seminars held as we develop our modules.
The reception to the game has been close to rapturous
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Sydney Morning Herald
Good Weekend
Fran Molloy sits down with co-founders Kai Macann and Daniel Mawston to talk about Terra Symposium.
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Founder's Podcast
Insights and More
Entrepreneurship facilitator Nic Bolto questions how two students get into philosophy. We unpack the origins of Terra Symposium, and where to go next.
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Innovation Aus
Commercial Discovery
In an interview with James Riley, we delve into the significance of ethics and philosophy within educational institutions.
Testimonials
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… an engaging way to develop skills in critical thinking, collaboration, articulation and argumentation that have real world value. I look forward to implementing this resource in my classroom.
Cheryl McArthur , Gifted Education Teacher -
It is terrific fun but helps to challenge our students’ worldviews and attitudes in a safe, neutral space. It helped them find their voice, clarify their ideas and reflect on problematic behaviours.
Catherine Bradshaw , Teacher -
… not only was I able to engage with ethics, but I also got the opportunity to engage with other students. Overall, I think that the experience was amazing and that the creators should be congratulated!
Isabelle , Student, Year 9 -
On top of being educational, it also was an extremely fun experience, strategizing and scheming with people that I hadn’t really gotten to know yet.
Daniel , Student, Year 12