Realism in Philosophy of Education
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According to the passage, what do secular realists believe about schools?

  • Schools should focus solely on moral education
  • Schools should avoid critical reasoning and observation
  • Schools should teach fundamental facts in ways that make learning interesting and enjoyable (correct)
  • Schools should prioritize play over academic learning

    • What did Locke stress the importance of in learning?

  • Avoiding critical reasoning
  • Observation and experimentation
  • Systemic organization of learning
  • Appropriate readiness to receive certain concepts of learning (correct)

    • According to realists, when is self realization valuable?

  • When students prioritize play over academic learning
  • When students obtain knowledge of the external world (correct)
  • When students avoid observation and experimentation
  • When students focus solely on moral education

    • What is the belief of realists regarding critical reasoning?

    <p>It is valuable and should be assisted by observation and experimentation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    From the religious realist perspective, what is considered important in the study of material things?

    <p>Using material characteristics to lead to philosophical questions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Ozmon and Craver (2008), what is the principal of independence in realism?

    <p>Material things can exist independently of human perception</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the educational aim according to secular realism?

    <p>Understanding the material world through rigorous inquiry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the central thread of realism according to Ozmon and Craver (2008)?

    <p>The principle of independence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of teacher as per realism in philosophy of education?

    <p>Facilitate rigorous inquiry into the material world</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the view of secular realists regarding education's aim?

    <p>Equipping students with basics in a no-nonsense approach</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Realism in Philosophy of Education

    • Secular realists believe that schools should focus on developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

    Importance of Learning

    • John Locke stressed the importance of experience and sensory data in the learning process.

    Realist Perspective on Self-Realization

    • Realists believe that self-realization is valuable when it is based on reason and evidence.

    Critical Reasoning in Realism

    • Realists believe that critical reasoning is essential in education, as it helps in evaluating information and making informed decisions.

    Religious Realism and Material Things

    • From the religious realist perspective, the study of material things is important for understanding the natural world and its creator.

    The Principle of Independence

    • According to Ozmon and Craver (2008), the principle of independence in realism states that individuals should be free to make their own decisions and take responsibility for their actions.

    Secular Realism and Educational Aims

    • The educational aim according to secular realism is to develop individuals who are capable of critical thinking, problem-solving, and independent decision-making.

    Central Thread of Realism

    • According to Ozmon and Craver (2008), the central thread of realism is the belief that reality exists independently of individual perception.

    Role of the Teacher in Realism

    • In realism, the role of the teacher is to facilitate learning, provide guidance, and promote critical thinking.

    Secular Realism and Education

    • Secular realists view education as a means of developing individuals who are capable of thinking critically and making informed decisions in an increasingly complex world.

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    Explore the key concepts and principles of realism in the philosophy of education, including the aims of education, methods of education, curriculum, role of the teacher, and critiques. Understand the central thread of realism and its view on the existence of material things independent of human perception.

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