Philosophy for understanding the world: classes, dialogue and critical thinking - Barcelona

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Philosophy for understanding the world: classes, dialogue and critical thinking

From 43 C$ /h

Philosophy is not about memorizing names, dates, and theories. Philosophizing means learning to ask questions, recognize contradictions, analyze arguments, and better understand the world we live in.

I studied Philosophy and History and have spent decades working on philosophical, social, political, and technological issues. I offer one-on-one classes for both students who need a deeper understanding of philosophy and adults who simply want to think, learn, and discuss topics that interest them.

We can work on the history of philosophy, texts and authors, logic and argumentation, epistemology, ethics, political philosophy, materialism, philosophy of technology, artificial intelligence, or any other philosophical issue you want to understand or discuss.

You can also simply come with a question. No prior knowledge is necessary. We start with what interests you and brainstorm together.

My goal isn't to give you ready-made answers or convince you of a particular doctrine. I want to help you develop your own arguments, uncover the assumptions behind an idea, and learn to look at a problem from different perspectives.

Classes can be for academic support, exam preparation, introduction to philosophy, or individual philosophical conversation.

Classes in Spanish, German or English. Online and, by prior arrangement, in person in Barcelona and Badalona.

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About Me

I trained in philosophy and history, and since then philosophical reflection has been a constant in my life. I am particularly interested in understanding how ideas are formed, what assumptions lie behind our arguments, and how historical, social, and technological changes transform our way of thinking.

For me, philosophy isn't primarily about memorizing doctrines or names. It's about learning to formulate good questions, analyze concepts, uncover contradictions, and construct sound arguments. That's why I try to explain even the most complex problems clearly, without oversimplifying them.

My training as a historian complements this perspective. Ideas don't appear in a vacuum: they are born in specific societies, respond to particular conflicts, and change along with the material conditions of life. That's why I'm interested in connecting philosophy with history, politics, economics, science, and technology.

For over thirty years I have also worked professionally in computer science. This experience allows me to address current issues such as artificial intelligence, automation, and technological transformation not only from a technical perspective, but also from philosophical and historical ones.

I offer classes for both students who need academic support and for people who simply want to better understand philosophy, discuss a particular issue, or learn to think critically. We can study philosophical authors and movements, work on texts, prepare for exams, or simply start with a question that interests you.

I work in Spanish, German, and English, and I live in Barcelona. In my classes, I don't aim to provide pre-packaged answers. I prefer to think together with the other person, compare arguments, and arrive, step by step, at a deeper understanding of the problem.

Education

Philosophy and history at the Universities of Tübingen and Hamburg
Computer Science and Economics at the Distance University of Hagen
Various courses in pedagogy and computing over 35 years

Experience / Qualifications

35 years of experience in administration and training
I was a teacher in Hamburg at various institutions, including the Hamburger Volkshochschule (Hamburg Adult Education Center).

Age

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

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Duration

60 minutes

The class is taught in

Spanish

German

English

Skills

Philosophy

Humanities

Logic

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