Philosophies of Education Quiz: Teacher-Centered vs Student-Centered

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What do teacher-centered philosophies focus around, according to the text?

Existentialism and Pragmatism

Perennialism and Essentialism (correct)

Progressivism and Social Reconstructionism

Existentialism and Progressivism

What are the two main types of teaching philosophies mentioned in the text?

Progressivism and Social Reconstructionism

Existentialism and Pragmatism

Teacher-centered and Student-centered (correct)

Essentialism and Perennialism

What is the primary aim of essentialist teachers?

Focusing on traditional academic disciplines

Teaching students the accumulated knowledge of civilizations

Preparing students to survive and succeed in life (correct)

Evaluating progress through achievement test scores

Which teaching philosophy puts primacy on the learning of the student?

Progressivism Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a popular student-centered philosophy in the text?

Pragmatism Signup and view all the answers

Who stated that both teacher-centered and student-centered views put primacy on the learning of the student?

Mary P. Driscoll Signup and view all the answers

According to perennialists, what is the main focus of teaching in a classroom?

Direct learning from historical figures like Washington and Lincoln Signup and view all the answers

What do teacher-centered philosophies primarily focus on?

Facilitating whole-class discussions and lectures Signup and view all the answers

What is the underlying principle behind essentialism?

Passing down certain viewpoints and practices to students Signup and view all the answers

According to the provided text, what is a characteristic of perennialist classrooms?

Teaching students directly from the 'Great Books' Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a popular teacher-centered philosophy in the text?

Progressivism Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of perennialist classrooms?

Focus on enduring ideas and truths Signup and view all the answers

What do teacher-centered philosophies primarily focus on, according to the text?

Promoting discipline and order in the classroom Signup and view all the answers

What principle guides essentialist teachers' aim, as mentioned in the text?

Teaching students the accumulated knowledge of civilization through core courses Signup and view all the answers

According to Mary P. Driscoll, which views put primacy on the learning of the student?

Both teacher-centered and student-centered views Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of perennialist classrooms, based on the text?

Teaching students how to be excellent leaders in society Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary aim of essentialist teachers, according to the text?

Teach essential knowledge and skills Signup and view all the answers

According to William Gaudelli, what is a specific concern of essentialist teachers?

Teaching students the accumulated knowledge of civilization through core courses Signup and view all the answers

What characteristic defines teacher-centered philosophies, as per the text?

Focus on what the teacher wants his or her students to learn Signup and view all the answers

Based on Shawn A. Faulkner and Christopher M. Cook, what drives the curriculum and warrants more teacher-focused instructional methods?

State tests Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Teaching Philosophies

Two main types of teaching philosophies: teacher-centered and student-centered
Teacher-centered philosophies primarily focus on the teacher and the transmission of knowledge
Student-centered philosophies put primacy on the learning of the student

Teacher-Centered Philosophies

Essentialism: focuses on transmitting a set of core knowledge and skills, aims to develop a common cultural heritage
Perennialism: focuses on timeless, universal knowledge and skills, emphasizes the development of reasoning and critical thinking
Both essentialism and perennialism focus on the teacher and the transmission of knowledge

Essentialism

Primary aim: to develop a common cultural heritage by transmitting a set of core knowledge and skills
Guiding principle: a set of core knowledge and skills is essential for all students to learn
Concerns: ensuring students acquire the necessary knowledge and skills

Perennialism

Primary focus: on timeless, universal knowledge and skills
Characteristic: emphasizes the development of reasoning and critical thinking
Focus: on the transmission of knowledge and skills that are considered essential for all individuals to know

Student-Centered Philosophies

Not mentioned as popular philosophies: perennialism and essentialism
Mary P. Driscoll states that both teacher-centered and student-centered views put primacy on the learning of the student

Other

William Gaudelli: specific concern of essentialist teachers is ensuring students acquire the necessary knowledge and skills
Shawn A.Faulkner and Christopher M.Cook: the curriculum is driven by a focus on core knowledge and skills, which warrants more teacher-focused instructional methods

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This quiz explores the disparities between teacher-centered and student-centered teaching philosophies. It delves into the different teaching styles and approaches, aiming to help readers identify their own teaching preferences.

Teacher-Centered vs Student-Centered Philosophies