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Which philosophy of education states concepts of reality are based on experience and the interaction with the environment?
Philosophy of the teacher that emphasizes the need to test the validity of ideas by acting on them. If something works, it's true.
The philosophy that opposed the inclusion of non-academic subjects in the curriculum because they defeat the primary purpose of the school.
A teacher-centered philosophy that adheres to the belief that the basic skills of literacy (reading and writing) as well as subject matter knowledge should be developed in school.
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Philosophy that emphasizes the subjectivity of human experience.
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Philosophy that believes perfect knowledge of the idea resided outside as an absolute or as God.
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Teacher that belongs to the reform movement that opposed traditional education. They were against authoritarian teachers and book-based instruction.
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A philosophy that believes people are responsible for their social condition. They have the power to take control of their lives and improve human conditions.
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Philosophy that believes teachers should lead exemplary lives and be models for students to imitate.
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Philosophy that believes that their role is to sharpen the student's intellectual power and enhance their moral qualities.
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Philosophy of teachers that deductive and inductive logic and the scientific method are reliable means to discover knowledge.
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Philosophy that teachers must model democratic principles.
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Belief that students should be trained to philosophies, to question, and to participate in dialogues about the meaning of life.
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Philosophy of the teacher that believes in collaborative learning where students share their interests and problems.
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Believes that the child should be free to develop naturally.
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Which of the following is NOT a core principle of Dewey's philosophy of education?
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Who is the renowned figure associated with Educational Essentialism?
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What is the root word of Perennialism?
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Pragmatism is a philosophical movement that emphasizes:
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Who is considered a key figure in the development of Progressive Education?
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Study Notes
Educational Philosophies
- Pragmatism: Concepts of reality are based on experience and interaction with the environment. Teachers should test the validity of ideas by acting on them. If something works, it's true.
- Idealism: Perfect knowledge of ideas resides outside as an absolute or as God. Teachers should lead exemplary lives and be models for students to imitate.
- Existentialism: Emphasizes the subjectivity of human experience. People are responsible for their social condition and have the power to take control of their lives. Teachers should help students question and participate in dialogues about the meaning of life.
- Realism: Deductive and inductive logic and the scientific method are reliable means to discover knowledge. Teachers should sharpen students' intellectual power and enhance their moral qualities.
- Perennialism: Opposes the inclusion of non-academic subjects in the curriculum because they defeat the primary purpose of the school. Teachers should focus on timeless truths and classic literature.
- Essentialism: Teachers should focus on the basic skills of literacy (reading and writing) as well as subject matter knowledge.
- Progressivism: A teacher-centered philosophy that opposes traditional education, such as authoritarian teachers and book-based instruction. Teachers should lead students to be independent thinkers and problem-solvers.
- Social Constructivism: Teachers must model democratic principles. Students share their interests and problems through collaborative learning.
Key Figures
- John Dewey: Renowned Progressive Educator
- Maria Montessori: Key figure in Educational Essentialism
- Jean Piaget: A key figure in cognitive development theory
Additional Information
- Collaborative Learning: This learning style is centered around students working together on projects and tasks
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Explore the key concepts of various educational philosophies such as pragmatism, idealism, existentialism, realism, and perennialism. This quiz will help you understand how these philosophies influence teaching practices and the role of educators. Challenge your knowledge about the underlying principles that shape education today.
