Philip Tonner

Philip Tonner is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Education at the University of Glasgow, specializing in pedagogy, praxis, and faith. He holds a PhD in Philosophy (University of Glasgow, 2006), a DPhil in Archaeology (University of Oxford, 2016), and a PGDE in Religious Education. His work bridges philosophy, religious studies, history, anthropology, and education. He has held roles at institutions like the University of Strathclyde, Hutchesons' Grammar School, and the Open University, and has been involved in museum projects, including the Burrell Collection tapestries. His research focuses on Scottish philosophy, philosophical anthropology, and Heideggerian thought, with notable publications like Dwelling: Heidegger, Archaeology, Mortality. He supervises PhD students in areas such as Deweyan education in China, black and autistic identities, and liturgy as pedagogy. He teaches courses on philosophy of education, heritage, and world religions, and leads projects like The Wayfarers linking music and history education. Awards include Fellowships from the Higher Education Academy and the Society of Antiquaries of Scotland.

• Education: PhD in Philosophy (Glasgow, 2006), DPhil in Archaeology (Oxford, 2016), PGDE in Religious Education (Strathclyde, 2006)
• Research Interests: Scottish philosophical tradition, phenomenology, Heidegger, Duns Scotus, museums, sustainability education
• Grants/Projects: Wayfarers (£4,856), Podcasting the Past (£1,767), Engaging Forests in Teacher Education (£2,000)
• Teaching: Undergraduate courses on philosophy, ethics, heritage; postgraduate modules on research methods and great educational thinkers

His work emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, blending philosophy with archaeology, education, and cultural studies. Recent talks include discussions on Adam Smith, sustainability curricula, and existential philosophy.