Overview of Educational Philosophy Quiz

The theory of multiple intelligences was proposed by:

• Howard Gardner

• B.F. Skinner

• Lev Vygotsky

• Erik Erikson

Which educational philosophy emphasizes adaptation to change and problem-solving skills?

• Perennialism

• Progressivism

• Essentialism

• Idealism

Constructivism in education emphasizes:

• Direct instruction from teachers

• Learning as an active, constructive process

• The innate goodness of humans

• Strict classroom discipline

Which educational philosophy argues for education that cultivates virtue and moral character?

• Perennialism

• Essentialism

• Behaviorism

• Idealism

Which educational approach emphasizes discipline and hard work as the foundation of learning?

• Essentialism

• Existentialism

• Constructivism

• Progressivism

Which educational philosophy advocates for teaching based on students' natural development and the stages of learning?

• Essentialism

• Behaviorism

• Developmentalism

• Realism

The concept of "learning by doing" is most closely associated with:

• Pragmatism

• Idealism

• Perennialism

• Essentialism

Who advocated for the "banking concept" of education?

• Maria Montessori

• Paulo Freire

• John Locke

• Jean-Jacques Rousseau

Which educational philosophy emphasizes the importance of cultural heritage and traditional disciplines?

• Progressivism

• Perennialism

• Constructivism

• Pragmatism

Which of the following educators is most closely associated with the development of the theory of cognitive development?

• Jean Piaget

• Lev Vygotsky

• Erik Erikson

• B.F. Skinner