Philosophical Foundations of Curriculum

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What is the primary focus of progressive education?

Emphasis on rote memorization

Active and relevant learning through inquiry (correct)

Transmission of knowledge from teacher to student

Implementation of standardized curriculum

According to the principles of progressivism, what is the role of the teacher?

Lecturer delivering information

Disciplinarian enforcing classroom rules

Authority figure imparting knowledge

Facilitator of student-centered learning (correct)

What is the primary goal of problem-solving and inquiry-based learning?

To complete tasks quickly and efficiently

To memorize facts and formulas

To develop critical thinking and scientific skills (correct)

To arrive at a predetermined answer

What is the focus of interdisciplinary approaches to learning?

Integration of social sciences and research Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary emphasis of progressive education?

Student-centered learning and active inquiry Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the teacher in promoting democratic social living?

Facilitator of student-centered learning and active inquiry Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of instructional design in progressive education?

Development of critical thinking and problem-solving skills Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of progressive education in terms of social affairs?

Improvement and reconstruction of society Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of progressive education in terms of teacher involvement?

To reduce teacher domination in the teaching/learning process Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an essential element of progressive education?

Learner-centered teaching and learning methodology Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of non-formal curriculum activities in progressive education?

To enable students to explore their interests and hobbies Signup and view all the answers

How does progressive education approach the selection of study materials?

In line with the expressed interests and concerns of the learner Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between constructivism and progressivism?

Constructivism is often considered an offshoot of progressivism Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of reconstructionism in education?

To put schools at the forefront of remaking society Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the teacher in a progressive education setting?

The teacher acts as a facilitator or guide Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary benefit of flexible curriculum and individualized instruction in progressive education?

It enables students to learn at their own pace Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of essentialist education?

To develop intellectual powers and educate competent persons Signup and view all the answers

What is the emphasis of the curriculum in essentialist education?

Subject-centered curriculum Signup and view all the answers

Who is considered an authority in their subject field in essentialist education?

The teacher Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of progressivist education?

Promoting democratic schooling and social living Signup and view all the answers

What is the basis of the curriculum in progressivist education?

Learners' interests, needs, abilities, and aspirations Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the teacher in progressivist education?

Facilitator of learning Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of the curriculum in traditional educational philosophies?

Subject-centered curriculum Signup and view all the answers

Who are some of the scholars associated with progressivist education?

Dewey, Montessori, and Rousseau Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Progressive Education Curriculum

Emphasizes five approaches to teaching/learning:
- Teacher-pupil planning of curriculum activities
- Flexible curriculum and individualized instruction
- Learner-centered teaching and learning methodology
- Selection of study material based on learners' interests and concerns
- Non-formal curriculum activities and physical training in co-curricular areas

Progressivism

Aims to provide a learning atmosphere with maximum self-direction and reduced teacher domination
Emphasizes a child-centered curriculum, requiring a flexible and broad curriculum
Focuses on practical skills
Often considered an offshoot of constructivism

Reconstructionism

Holds an anthropological-sociological philosophy that aims to remake society through schools
Aims to promote social living and democratic schooling

Essentialism

One of the traditional philosophies of idealism and realism
Aims to develop intellectual powers and educate competent persons
Prioritizes cultural heritage, essential skills (reading, writing, arithmetic), and academic subjects (English, science, mathematics)
Emphasizes mastery of concepts and principles of subject-matter
Curriculum is subject-centered, with separate organized disciplines
Teacher is considered an authority in their subject field

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This quiz explores the five approaches to the teaching/learning process in progressive education, including teacher-pupil planning, flexible curriculum, and individualized instruction. It is based on the curriculum essentials chapter on philosophical foundations of curriculum.