Philosophy and Mental Health: Lessons from the French Education System
Unlike many countries Philosophy has been a mandatory subject for French high school students since 1809, when Napoleon instituted the Baccalaureate (Bac).
Unlike many countries Philosophy has been a mandatory subject for French high school students since 1809, when Napoleon instituted the Baccalaureate (Bac).
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