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What is the meaning of the term 'Foundations of Education'?
What is the meaning of the term 'Foundations of Education'?
- The study of past events that helps us understand the present situation
- The process of acquiring knowledge, habits, attitudes, interest, skills, and abilities
- The acquisition of knowledge, skills, and attitudes that make man do better
- The systems upon which education stands and has its roots (correct)
Which word best describes education that occurs outside the school system?
Which word best describes education that occurs outside the school system?
- Historical
- Formal
- Informal (correct)
- Predictive
What does the term 'education' mean when derived from the Latin words 'educare' or 'educere'?
What does the term 'education' mean when derived from the Latin words 'educare' or 'educere'?
- To acquire knowledge and skills
- To lead forth (correct)
- To study past events
- To predict future events
What does history deal with in the context of education?
What does history deal with in the context of education?
What is the main purpose of education?
What is the main purpose of education?
Study Notes
Foundations of Education
- Refers to the underlying principles, philosophies, and theories that shape the structure and practice of education
Education Beyond the School System
- Informal education, which takes place outside the traditional school setting, is best described as Non-Formal Education
Origins of the Term 'Education'
- Derived from the Latin words 'educare' (to train or mold) and 'educere' (to lead out or bring up), 'education' originally meant to bring out or nurture the inherent abilities of an individual
History of Education
- Deals with the development and evolution of education systems, institutions, and practices over time, including the social, cultural, and political contexts in which they emerged
Purpose of Education
- The main purpose of education is to transmit knowledge, skills, and values from one generation to the next, enabling individuals to develop their full potential and contribute to the betterment of society
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Test your knowledge of the historical and legal foundations of education, including the systems and sciences upon which education has its roots. Explore the factors that affected education, particularly curriculum content and the study of past events to understand the present and predict future events.
