Moral philosophy seems well placed to claim the key role in theorizing about moral education. Indeed, moral philosophers have from antiquity had much to say about psychological and other processes of moral formation. Given this history, it may seem ironic that much systematic latter-day theorizing about moral education has been social scientific,…

Focuses on the views of John Wilson related to fantasy, a key concept in his treatment of the psychology of pedagogy. Addresses his views on the overlapping of educational and therapeutic concerns. Warns against blurring education and therapy and argues that fantasy may militate against the recognition of legitimate value diversity. (CMK)