Lesson 2 - Philosophical perspective

What is the aim of Perennialism in education?

• To educate the rational person; cultivate intellect

• To promote intellectual growth of learners to become competent

• To promote democratic social living

• To improve and reconstruct society

Who is associated with the philosophy of Essentialism?

• John Dewey

• William Bagley

• Plato

• Theodore Brameld

What is the focus of Progressivism in education?

• Classical subjects, literary analysis

• Essential skills of the 3Rs reading, writing and arithmetic

• Interdisciplinary subjects. Learner-centered. Outcomes-based

• Present and future educational landscape

What is the role of teachers in Essentialism?

• Teachers are sole authorities in the subject area

• Teacher leads for growth and development of lifelong learners

• Teachers assist students to think with reason

• Teacher acts as agent of change and reforms

What is the aim of Reconstructionism in education?

• To promote democratic social living

• To improve and reconstruct society

• To educate the rational person; cultivate intellect

• To promote intellectual growth of learners to become competent

What is the focus of Perennialism in education?

• Present and future educational landscape

• Interdisciplinary subjects. Learner-centered. Outcomes-based

• Essential skills of the 3Rs reading, writing and arithmetic

• Classical subjects, literary analysis

Who is associated with the philosophy of Perennialism?

• John Dewey

• William Bagley

• Theodore Brameld

• Plato

What are the trends associated with Essentialism?

• School and curricular reform, Global education, Collaboration and Convergence, Standards and Competencies

• Equal opportunities for all, Contextualized curriculum, Humanistic education

• Back to basics, Excellence in education, cultural literacy

• Use of great books (Bible, Koran, Classics) and Liberal Arts

What is the aim of Progressivism in education?

• To promote intellectual growth of learners to become competent

• To educate the rational person; cultivate intellect

• To promote democratic social living

• To improve and reconstruct society

What is the focus of Reconstructionism in education?

• Present and future educational landscape

• Interdisciplinary subjects. Learner-centered. Outcomes-based

• Essential skills of the 3Rs reading, writing and arithmetic

• Classical subjects, literary analysis