Essentialism and Education

What kind of approach in the classroom is proposed in Essentialism?

• teacher-centered

• student-centered

• activity-centered

• extra curricular- centered

Who is the founder and most influential proponent of Essentialism?

• E.D. Hirsch Jr.

• Dr. Theodore Sizer

• William C. Bagley

• James Koerner

Which of the following teaching strategies is NOT following an Essentialism philosophy?

• lecture

• recitation

• teacher-based

  discussion

• inquiry-based learning

Which of the following is NOT a basic principle of Esssentialism?

• a core of information

• teacher-centered approach

• performance based assessments

• mental discipline for students

Which of the following is a practice of an Essentialist teacher?

• Lisa makes sure that her students are able to submit their assignments on time.

• Joe starts his class by allowing the students to showcase their talents.

• Anna guides her students in a garden tour to observe and make inferences on living things.

• Chris assigns the class to discuss the topic by forming triads.