Fabrice Louis

Fabrice Louis is an Associate Professor at INSPE de Bretagne (Institut National Supérieur du Professorat et de l'Éducation de Bretagne), affiliated with the University of Western Brittany, where he specializes in EPS (Physical Education and Sports) Didactics. He is a member of CREAD (Center for Research on Education, Learning and Didactics) and actively participates in the CdPE collective, which meets monthly for action seminars focused on didactic theory and practice. His work bridges philosophical inquiry with educational practice, particularly in physical education contexts.

Dr. Louis's research is situated at the interface of Analytical Philosophy and Didactic Anthropology, with a particular emphasis on Joint Action Theory in Didactics (TACD). His scholarly contributions explore the philosophical foundations of sport, examining its anthropological, metaphysical, and ethical dimensions. He has developed a distinctive perspective on sport as a form of joint action that produces unique outcomes through paradoxical competition. His work also engages deeply with Wittgensteinian philosophy, applying linguistic and conceptual analysis to physical education practices and the philosophy of mind. More recently, he has extended his philosophical investigations to examine human-AI interaction through the lens of Ruyer's metaphysics.

Analysis of Dr. Louis's publication record reveals a consistent trajectory exploring the philosophical underpinnings of educational practice, particularly in physical education. His work demonstrates a sophisticated integration of continental philosophy (particularly Ruyer and Wittgenstein) with didactic theory. The recurring themes across his publications include the nature of joint action in educational settings, the essential characteristics of sporting activity, and the philosophical implications of embodiment and cognition in learning contexts. His research increasingly connects traditional philosophical questions with contemporary issues like AI and cognitive science.

Dr. Louis has made significant contributions through his book chapters and academic publications in journals such as STAPS, Education & Didactics, and Aesthetica. His work has appeared in both French and English language publications, demonstrating international scholarly engagement. His research on the epistemological status of teacher-researchers within the anthropological hypothesis framework has been particularly influential in French educational circles.

As an educator, Dr. Louis focuses on preparing future physical education teachers while simultaneously advancing theoretical understanding of didactic processes. His work with the CdPE collective represents an innovative approach to bridging research and practice in teacher education. His scholarship demonstrates how philosophical inquiry can illuminate practical educational challenges, particularly in the domain of physical education where traditional cognitive approaches often fall short.