Foundation of Education Flashcards
What is the definition of human nature?
Human nature encompasses fundamental ideas or concepts about humanity and the meaning of human existence.
What are the key characteristics of human nature?
Humans are “unfinished beings,” always in a state of becoming, and their task is to become fully human. Human development is open-ended and continuous.
What are the dimensions of human nature?
The dimensions of human nature include humans as creations of God, a unity of body and soul, individuals, social beings, cultural beings, moral beings, and religious beings.
Can you provide an example of human nature in context?
An example of human nature in context is the essence of Indonesian people, which illustrates human nature within a specific cultural and societal context.
What is the broad definition of education?
The broad definition of education is assistance deliberately given for the physical and spiritual growth of children.
What are the characteristics of education in a broad sense?
Education aligns with an individual’s life goals, occurs throughout life, involves both intentional and unintentional activities, can happen anywhere, and does not require professional educators.
What are the methods used in education?
Methods in education include explanatory, hermeneutic, technological, descriptive, phenomenological, and critical analysis approaches.
What are the functions of education?
Education serves to explain, predict, and control.
What is the definition of education as a theoretical science?
Education as a theoretical science encompasses the study of education from various perspectives, including values, philosophy, natural sciences, social sciences, and humanities.
What is the goal of practical education?
The goal of practical education is to make the process of seeking knowledge easier and more comfortable by applying educational science.
What are the key aspects studied in educational science?
Key aspects include systematic teaching methods, the history of education, and comparative education, which compares different educational systems.
What is the influence of religion on education?
Religion plays a crucial role in shaping children’s spiritual development and is integrated into various educational environments, such as schools, family settings, and community education.
What is the urgency of religion in education?
Education should not only focus on intellectual goals but also integrate values of faith, individuality, and social harmony, aiming to form and cultivate intellectual, human, and spiritual potential.
What is the role of philosophical foundations in education?
Philosophical foundations provide a starting point for the study and practice of education, emphasizing a comprehensive, speculative, and normative approach.
What are some key philosophical theories in education?
Key philosophical theories include idealism, existentialism, realism, pragmatism, perennialism, reconstructionism, and behaviorism.
