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## Philosophy of Education Behind every school and every teacher is a set of related beliefs - a philosophy of education - that influences what and how students are taught. A philosophy of education represents answers to questions about: * The purpose of schooling * A teacher's role * What should...

## Philosophy of Education Behind every school and every teacher is a set of related beliefs - a philosophy of education - that influences what and how students are taught. A philosophy of education represents answers to questions about: * The purpose of schooling * A teacher's role * What should be taught * By what methods The philosophy of education is important because it explains how educational theories arise. By examining the philosophy of education, we are able to see why and how theories complement or oppose each other. An understanding of philosophy is therefore useful in guiding and critiquing the development of educational theory. **Philosophy of Education** "Education Without Philosophy is Blind and Philosophy Without Education is Invalid" The term has been derived from two Greek words: * "Philos" means love * "Sophia" means wisdom. Philosophy means love for knowledge or passion for learning. The philosophy of education can be defined as the study of the purposes, processes, nature and ideals of education. The word "education" derives from one or both of the following concepts: * "Educare" - to draw out and realize potential.