Theory of Knowledge for Adults

Room: Columbus A&B

presented by Steve Hreha, Diploma Programme Coordinator, Champlain Regional College

We talk a lot about this thing called Theory of Knowledge (TOK), but do we really know what students experience in their TOK classroom? If you ever wondered, here is your chance to find out. A master of TOK teacher will facilitate a "typical" TOK discussion, based on a short reading that will be provided during the session. This session provides a chance to refine your critical thinking skills, to find your voice, and to get a peek behind the scenes at one of the most compelling features of an IB education. This session will be limited to a maximum of 25 participants.

Steve Hreha, Diploma Programme Coordinator, Champlain Regional College
Born in Montréal, Steve has a Ph.D. in Interdisciplinary Studies from Concordia University. He began teaching in 1974, teaching religion in Pierrefonds Comprehensive HS. In 1991 he began teaching theory of knowledge (TOK) and philosophy in the IB Diploma Programme at Champlain College. Since 1998 he has lead TOK workshops across North America for the IB, as well as for independent providers. He is a consultant for applicant schools, a site visitor for prospective schools in Canada and the US and an ad hoc member of the Diploma Programme Evaluation Review Committee. He serves as the Community Representative member on the Adult Clinical Ethics Committee of the McGill University Hospital Center. In 1996 he received the Association of Canadian Community Colleges Teaching Excellence Award.