Philosophical Orientations of Teachers in Their Profession

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What is the primary aim of education according to idealism?

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The primary aim of every teaching is the absorption of ideas and personal discipline that guarantees the development of one's character.

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How does philosophy of education influence teachers?

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It reveals the perspectives of teachers about teaching, learning, and knowledge, which influence their teaching behavior.

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What role do teachers play in the idealist perspective?

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Teachers act as 'sages on the stage' serving as dispensers of knowledge and are seen as authoritarian and mental disciplinarians.

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What is the role of learners under idealism?

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Learners are perceived as passive receivers of knowledge, acting as empty receptacles waiting to be filled with information.

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What type of educational methods do idealists prefer?

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Idealists prefer holistic education, using deductive logic, rote memory, Socratic method, and lecture discussion.

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What is the significance of philosophy of education for future teachers?

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It enlightens future teachers on their roles and responsibilities, helping them understand the 'ins and outs' of their profession.

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What is the classroom atmosphere like under idealism?

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The classroom climate is authoritarian, with discipline and control being punitive and restrictive of learners' freedom.

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What is the idealist view on curriculum?

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The idealist curriculum focuses on cognitive processes and emphasizes formal subjects like literature, arts, philosophy, history, and humanities.

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How is learning assessed in the idealist perspective?

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Learning is assessed subjectively through essays, critic papers, and reflection papers, with an emphasis on logical rigor.

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What questions does the philosophy of education help teachers answer?

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It helps answer questions like 'Why do I teach?', 'What is worth teaching?', and 'How should I teach those things that are worth knowing?'.