Curricular Decision Making Quiz

What are the major foundations of curriculum planning according to Wiles and Bondi (2012)?

• Social forces

• Philosophical foundations

• All of the above

• Technological advancements

Which of the following is NOT a philosophical base mentioned in the text?

• Empiricism

• Pragmatism

• Naturalism

• Idealism

According to Doll (1992), what does philosophy help to clarify in the curriculum development process?

• Goals of life

• Teaching methods

• Assessment techniques

• Curriculum content

What is the primary focus of idealism in education?

• Practical experiences

• Intellectual processes

• Physical activities

• Social interactions

Which philosopher is associated with the concept of idealism?

• Aristotle

• Plato

• Rousseau

• Dewey

Naturalism emphasizes learning through which of the following methods?

• Group discussions

• Textbook readings

• Direct experiences

• Verbal lessons

What role does the teacher play in a naturalistic curriculum?

• Leader

• Observer

• Instructor

• Evaluator

Pragmatism in education emphasizes which of the following?

• Standardized testing

• Memorization

• Problem-solving

• Fixed truths

Who is considered a major educational pragmatist?

• Hegel

• Froebel

• Plato

• Dewey

Realism in education values which of the following subjects equally?

• Arts and sciences

• History and geography

• Philosophy and theology

• Mathematics and literature