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Questions of wisdom.

Sandra Schmidt Bunkers¹

¹South Dakota State University, USA. tsbunkers@sio.midco.net

Nursing Science Quarterly

|April 4, 2009

Summary

This column explores the nature of wisdom, examining if it can be taught in academia. It presents diverse perspectives and discusses the intersection of wisdom and creativity, offering insights for personal and professional growth.

Area of Science:

Philosophy
Education
Business
Psychology

Background:

The nature and teachability of wisdom are perennial questions.
Existing literature often compartmentalizes wisdom within specific disciplines.

Purpose of the Study:

To explore the multifaceted concept of wisdom.
To investigate the relationship between wisdom and creativity.
To examine pedagogical and practical applications of wisdom.

Main Methods:

A review of diverse perspectives on wisdom from philosophy, education, business, and psychology.
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