Teaching Johnny to Think, Leonard Peikoff
Teaching Johnny to Think, Leonard Peikoff
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Teaching Johnny to Think
A Philosophy of Education Based on the Principles of Ayn Rand’s Objectivism

Author: Leonard Peikoff, Marlene Trollope

Narrator: David Cochran Heath

Unabridged: 4 hr 19 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 04/10/2018

Categories: Nonfiction, Education

Synopsis

Dr. Peikoff makes a compelling case for a rational system of education by contrasting three approaches to philosophy and the different educational alternatives they propose to replace our present system. He translates the usual abstract discussions in this field into material easily comprehensible to the listener. In the process, he defines a proper methodology and curriculum that will produce thinking high school graduates confident of their ability to achieve their goals.

About Leonard Peikoff

Leonard Peikoff is universally recognized as the preeminent Rand scholar writing today. He worked closely with Ayn Rand for thirty years and was designated by her as heir to her estate. He has taught philosophy at Hunter College, Long Island University, and New York University. Peikoff for many years lectured on Rand’s philosophy throughout the country. He lives in Southern California.

About Marlene Trollope

Marlene Trollope has been a freelance managing editor for over twenty-five years. She lives in Canada.

About David Cochran Heath

David Cochran Heath is a professional actor with more than 30 years of experience on the stage in over 130 productions. He is also a lifelong fan of radio theater and has done a variety of narration and character work. He lives in San Diego with his wife, Beth.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Dwayne

This is an excellent explanation of the failure of the American (and presumably other) elementary and secondary education. Teachers and parents of school-age children will find this book enlightening.......more

Goodreads review by Atlas

The book was excellent. Nothing short of what I've come to expect from either Peikoff or his mentor, Rand. I really enjoyed the systematic way that Peikoff breaks down the philosophies of education, why the ones we're using in the school system are basically nothing short of the worst sort of mental......more

Goodreads review by Ariel

The book was excellent. Nothing short of what I've come to expect from either Peikoff or his mentor, Rand. I really enjoyed the systematic way that Peikoff breaks down the philosophies of education, why the ones we're using in the school system are basically nothing short of the worst sort of mental......more

Goodreads review by Adam

This is a good effort in linking objectivism and the teachings of Rand to educational philosophy and practice, but it falls short. Peikoff is not an educationalist, and his summary and assumptions of education show this lack of knowledge and experience. However, he does effectively offer thoughtful......more

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