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PROGRESSIVISM

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 4mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Progressivism in education emphasizes the development of which skills?

a)

Memorization and recall

b)

Critical thinking and problem-solving

c)

Artistic and musical skills

d)

Physical and athletic skills

2.

What do progressivists believe about the purpose of education?

a)

It should focus on standardized testing

b)

It should cater to individual interests and needs

c)

It should emphasize rote learning

d)

It should prioritize historical knowledge

3.

Which of the following is not the role of a teacher in progressivism?

a)

Teacher plan lessons that provoke curiosity

b)

Teacher guide the students in "learning how to learn"

c)

Does not act as a facilitator for student learning

d)

Teacher acts as a collaborative partner

4.

Why is it important to recognize the philosophies of education and identify your own.

a)

Will provide reasons all the decisions  a teacher makes

b)

To be professional educator rather than merely a deliverer of information

c)

A teacher will know more clearly their goals.

d)

All of the above

5.

What is the primary focus of progressivism in education?

a)

Memorization and rote learning

b)

Standardized testing

c)

Student-centered and experiential learning

d)

Teacher-centered instruction

6.

Which of these is an example of a project-based learning activity that aligns with progressive education?

a)

Completing a workbook

b)

Memorizing multiplication tables

c)

Creating a community garden

d)

Watching a documentary

7.

Who is considered one of the main proponents of progressivism in education?

a)

Lev Vygotsky

b)

John Dewey

c)

Jean Piaget

d)

Maria Montessori

8.

Progressivism emphasizes learning through which of the following methods?

a)

Passive listening

b)

Reading textbooks

c)

Multiple-choice tests

d)

Hands-on activities and real-world experiences

9.

Which of the following is a key principle of progressivism in education?

a)

Emphasis on competition among students

b)

Focus on standardized curriculum

c)

Integration of subjects and real-world relevance

d)

Strict adherence to traditional teaching methods

10.

In a progressive classroom, the role of the teacher is best described as:

a)

A facilitator or guide

b)

The primary source of knowledge

c)

An authoritarian figure

d)

A strict disciplinarian