Philosophies of Education Exam

Which of the following teaching philosophies are considered traditional philosophies (select all 3 that apply):

• Idealism

• Perennialism

• Realism

• Essentialism

• Progressivism

Who is the best class?

• 0/1

• 1/2

• 2/3

• 5/7

When a teacher draws from multiple theories and teaching styles and is for all kinds of learners

• Existentialism

• Perennialism

• Eclecticism

• Realism

Which teaching style focuses on the idea that reality is a world of existing, truth is objective, and it can be known by learning the laws of nature?

• Existentialism

• Perennialism

• Eclecticism

• Realism

Which teaching philosophy emphasizes that students should test ideas by active experimentation and that knowledge is constantly changing?

• Existentialism

• Perennialism

• Pragmatism

• Realism

What is to be considered the "old Fashioned" way of teaching with things written long ago.

• Eclecticism

• Essentialism

• Perennialism

• Realism

Which teaching style believes that the universe is dynamic and evolving, and that students need to be taught to value processes and to be open to change?

• Existentialism

• Progressivism

• Eclecticism

• Realism

Children get to choose their own future. Childhood is not adulthood.

• Existentialism

• Idealism

• Essentialism

• Realism

Which educational philosophy believes that students should learn the enduring concepts and principles of a discipline and that this knowledge is timeless?

• Existentialism

• Perennialism

• Pragmatism

• Realism

What teaching style believes in the idea that truth is subjective and individualistic, and emphasizes on personal choice and self-direction?

• Existentialism

• Perennialism

• Eclecticism

• Realism