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A teacher who emphasizes student-led activities and minimizes direct instruction aligns with which educational philosophy?
A teacher who emphasizes student-led activities and minimizes direct instruction aligns with which educational philosophy?
- Essentialism
- Perennialism
- Progressivism (correct)
- Reconstructionism
Which educational philosophy emphasizes engaging students in values clarification within the affective domain?
Which educational philosophy emphasizes engaging students in values clarification within the affective domain?
- Essentialism
- Existentialism
- Behaviorism
- Progressivism (correct)
Which philosophy asserts the importance of studying the great books and enduring ideas of the past?
Which philosophy asserts the importance of studying the great books and enduring ideas of the past?
- Perennialism (correct)
- Existentialism
- Progressivism
- Reconstructionism
Which educational philosophy prioritizes the transmission of essential knowledge and skills that students need to function in society?
Which educational philosophy prioritizes the transmission of essential knowledge and skills that students need to function in society?
What is the primary goal of Reconstructionist teachers?
What is the primary goal of Reconstructionist teachers?
In the context of Reconstructionism, what role does a 'model citizen' play?
In the context of Reconstructionism, what role does a 'model citizen' play?
Which subject area is most heavily emphasized within perennialism?
Which subject area is most heavily emphasized within perennialism?
A teacher who believes student learning is directly influenced by external conditions adheres to which philosophy?
A teacher who believes student learning is directly influenced by external conditions adheres to which philosophy?
Which curriculum design prioritizes student interests and needs?
Which curriculum design prioritizes student interests and needs?
Which curriculum approach emphasizes hands on activities and real-world problem solving over the rote memorization of facts and concepts?
Which curriculum approach emphasizes hands on activities and real-world problem solving over the rote memorization of facts and concepts?
Progressivist teachers aim to bridge the gap between classroom learning and real-world experiences by:
Progressivist teachers aim to bridge the gap between classroom learning and real-world experiences by:
A teacher who refuses to compromise the integrity of the subject matter for the sake of momentary student appeal is most likely adhering to which philosophy?
A teacher who refuses to compromise the integrity of the subject matter for the sake of momentary student appeal is most likely adhering to which philosophy?
In an existentialist classroom, how are courses of study determined?
In an existentialist classroom, how are courses of study determined?
Which statement aligns with a behaviorist perspective on learning?
Which statement aligns with a behaviorist perspective on learning?
Helping students understand themselves as unique individuals who accept complete responsibility for their thoughts, feelings, and actions is a primary concern of:
Helping students understand themselves as unique individuals who accept complete responsibility for their thoughts, feelings, and actions is a primary concern of:
Which classroom environment is primarily focused on the teacher as the authority and source of knowledge?
Which classroom environment is primarily focused on the teacher as the authority and source of knowledge?
According to the provided information, what is the primary demand society places on teachers?
According to the provided information, what is the primary demand society places on teachers?
Based on research, what is identified as the most important factor in students' learning?
Based on research, what is identified as the most important factor in students' learning?
The term 'vocation' originates from the Latin word 'vocare,' which signifies:
The term 'vocation' originates from the Latin word 'vocare,' which signifies:
The term 'mission' is derived from the Latin word 'mission,' which means:
The term 'mission' is derived from the Latin word 'mission,' which means:
Flashcards
Progressivist philosophy
Progressivist philosophy
Learning by doing, less teacher talk, more student talk.
Progressivist teaching in affective domain
Progressivist teaching in affective domain
Engage classes in values clarification.
Perennialist teachers
Perennialist teachers
See the wisdom of the ancient and medieval times.
Essentialist teachers
Essentialist teachers
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Reconstructionists
Reconstructionists
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Model citizen (reconstructionism)
Model citizen (reconstructionism)
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Perennialism
Perennialism
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Behaviorist teachers
Behaviorist teachers
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Students' interests and needs
Students' interests and needs
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Progressivist curriculum
Progressivist curriculum
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Progressivist teachers
Progressivist teachers
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Perennialist teachers
Perennialist teachers
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Course of study
Course of study
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Behaviorist teachers
Behaviorist teachers
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Existentialists' main concern
Existentialists' main concern
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Perennialist classrooms
Perennialist classrooms
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To teach well
To teach well
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The teacher
The teacher
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Vocation
Vocation
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Mission
Mission
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Study Notes
The Teaching Profession
- A progressivist philosophy of education involves students learning by doing, which entails less teacher talk and more student talk.
- A progressivist teacher engages classes in values clarification when teaching in the affective domain.
- Perennialist teachers value the wisdom of ancient and medieval times.
- Essentialist teachers do not give up teaching the basics, even if the students are not interested.
- Reconstructionists aim to teach students how to reconstruct society.
- The model citizen, according to reconstructionists, is one who contributes to rebuilding society.
- Perennialism places a strong emphasis on the humanities.
- Behaviorist teachers consider students to be a product of their environment.
- Student interests and needs are taken into account in a progressivist curriculum.
- A progressivist curriculum does not focus on facts and concepts.
- Progressivist teachers try to simulate real-world situations in the classroom.
- Perennialist teachers do not sacrifice subject matter for the sake of student interests.
- Existentialist classrooms do not impose a course of study onto the students.
- Behaviorist teachers think they can control variables that affect learning.
- The main concern of existentialists is to help students understand and appreciate themselves as unique individuals who take full responsibility for their thoughts, feelings, and actions.
- Perennialist classrooms are teacher-centered.
- Teaching well is the primary demand society makes of a teacher.
- Research shows that the teacher is the most important factor in student learning.
- The term "vocation" comes from the Latin word "vocare", meaning to call.
- The term "mission" comes from the Latin word "mission", meaning to send.
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