Christian Education and Historical Figures

Nine Virtues of Christian Educators

• Christian educators are expected to embody certain virtues.
• Details of these virtues unspecified.

Definition of a Vocation

• A vocation is a calling or sense of purpose.
• Details of a vocation, and how it pertains to educators, are unspecified here

Common School Era

• A period in education history emphasizing common schools for all.
• Details of the era are limited.

Catholics vs Protestants in the Common School Era

• Differences & conflicts existed regarding education between Catholics and Protestants during the Common School Era.
• Details unspecified.

Thomas Jefferson

• A key figure in American education history, likely emphasizing common education.

Catherine Beecher

• A significant figure in education history, especially concerning women's education.

John Dewey

• A prominent figure in progressive education thought.
• Focused on learning experientially.

The Gary Schools

• A notable example of early 20th-century progressive education.

The New York African Free Schools

• Schools for the African American community in New York likely offering education opportunities.

Impact of Immigration on Public Education

• Immigration influenced public education, requiring adjustments and adaptations.
• Details unspecified.

The Stanford-Binet Test

• A significant intelligence test, impacting educational assessment.

Impact of World War I and II on Public Education

• Both world wars likely stressed public education resources but provided different circumstances impacting education.
• Details unspecified.

Impact of the Cold War on Public Education

• The Cold War influenced education policy. This included concerns on science, math and technology education.

Elementary and Secondary Education Act

• A significant piece of legislation substantially impacting education funding and opportunities.

Civil Rights Act of 1964

• Legislation aimed to desegregate education and promote equal opportunity.

Title IX

• Legislation prohibiting gender discrimination in education.

Little Rock Nine

• Group of African-American students famously challenging segregation – specifically in education.

Brown vs. Board of Education

• Landmark Supreme Court case on desegregation of schools.

A Nation at Risk Report

• A widely discussed report on the state of American education.
• Details on the report's contents and impact unspecified.

School Choice Movement

• A movement that advocates for more options in education, affecting public education.

Common Core State Standards

• Standards intended to create uniformity and coherence in education across states.

Six Learning Philosophies

• Six distinct approaches to education and teaching, though specifics are not noted here.

Progressive vs Traditionalist Approaches in Math, Science, ELA, and Social Studies:

• Different viewpoints on teaching methods.
• Specific examples on these approaches to each subject are not mentioned here.

Constructivism

• A learning theory emphasizing active learning and constructing knowledge.

This quiz explores the nine virtues expected of Christian educators, the concept of vocation in education, and significant historical figures like Thomas Jefferson, John Dewey, and Catherine Beecher. Additionally, it addresses the conflicts between Catholics and Protestants during the Common School Era and the role of the Gary Schools in educational reform.