10 Questions
What is the main criticism of the 'banking method' of education according to the passage?
It focuses too much on memorizing isolated facts rather than connecting them to real life.
According to the passage, what was John Locke's view on the source of knowledge?
Knowledge is acquired through the senses and learning by doing and interacting with the environment.
What was John Locke's view on the role of political leaders?
Political leaders should be selected by the people and the political order should be based on a contract between the people and the government.
What is the main reason why John Locke believed that civic education is necessary?
To educate people to govern themselves intelligently and responsibly.
What is the main contrast the passage draws between John Locke's views and the 'banking method' of education?
Locke believed in learning through the senses and interaction, while the banking method relies on memorization.
According to Spencer, what is the purpose of curriculum in an industrialized society?
To focus on practical, utilitarian, and scientific subjects
What is the key idea behind Spencer's concept of 'survival of the fittest'?
Both a and b
According to Dewey, what is the primary purpose of education?
Both a and b
What is the role of the 'scientific or reflective method' in Dewey's educational theory?
All of the above
How does Dewey view the relationship between education and society?
Education is a social process, and the school is intimately related to the society it serves
Explore the concept of isolated facts and the banking method in the education system, where teachers deposit information one day and withdraw it the next without encouraging critical thinking or real-life application. Understand the drawbacks of this approach and how it affects learning outcomes.
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