Educ 603 Quiz 2

A teacher emphasizes deep discussions on justice and morality in the classroom, encouraging students to reflect on ethical dilemmas. Which philosophy best aligns with this approach?

• Pragmatism

• Realism

• Idealism

• Existentialism

A school implements a curriculum that heavily focuses on classical literature, philosophy, and moral education. What educational philosophy does this reflect?

• Pragmatism

• Idealism

• Postmodernism

• Realism

Which of the following teaching strategies best reflects an idealist approach to education?

• Hands-on experiments and empirical observation

• Socratic questioning and discussion-based learning

• Role-playing and real-world problem-solving

• Allowing students complete freedom to design their curriculum

A teacher acts as a moral and intellectual role model, guiding students to discover absolute truths. This aligns with the philosophy of:

• Realism

• Pragmatism

• Idealism

• Existentialism

According to idealism, where does truth originate?

• Sensory experiences and empirical evidence

• The material world and scientific observation

• Reasoning and reflection within the mind

• Cultural and social narratives

A science teacher emphasizes laboratory experiments and data analysis to help students understand natural laws. Which philosophy does this best represent?

• Idealism

• Realism

• Existentialism

• Postmodernism

A history teacher encourages students to analyze primary sources and draw conclusions based on evidence. This reflects which educational philosophy?

• Pragmatism

• Idealism

• Realism

• Existentialism

Which philosopher is most associated with realism in education?

• Plato

• John Dewey

• Aristotle

• Michel Foucault

In a realist classroom, the role of the teacher is to:

• Facilitate student exploration and existential questioning

• Provide systematic instruction based on observable facts

• Act as a co-learner and deconstruct dominant narratives

• Encourage students to seek absolute truth through reasoning

A curriculum focused on mathematics, natural sciences, and empirical studies aligns most closely with:

• Idealism

• Pragmatism

• Realism

• Postmodernism