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Philosophical Foundation Flashcards

1
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Ideas are the only true reality

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Idealism

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What exist is in the mind only

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Idealism

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What is the primary focus of educational philosophy?

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The primary focus is to understand the fundamental nature and purpose of education.

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True or False: Educational philosophy only addresses teaching methods.

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False

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Fill in the blank: _______ philosophy emphasizes the importance of the individual learner’s experience.

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Progressive

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What does essentialism in education advocate?

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It advocates for a core curriculum focused on essential knowledge and skills.

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Which philosopher is associated with the concept of constructivism?

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Jean Piaget

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True or False: Perennialism suggests that education should focus on universal truths and great works.

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True

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What is the main idea behind critical pedagogy?

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It encourages students to question and challenge domination and the beliefs and practices that dominate.

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10
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Which educational philosophy values social justice and equity?

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Critical pedagogy

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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of behaviorism? A) Reinforcement B) Observation C) Self-Directed Learning D) Conditioning

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C) Self-Directed Learning

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What role does ethics play in educational philosophy?

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Ethics guides the moral principles and values that influence teaching practices.

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Fill in the blank: _______ philosophy focuses on the study of knowledge and its implications for teaching.

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Epistemology

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What is the significance of the Socratic method in education?

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It promotes critical thinking through questioning and dialogue.

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True or False: Pragmatism in education emphasizes fixed truths and standardized knowledge.

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False

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What is the goal of existentialist education?

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To help students find personal meaning and authenticity in their learning.

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17
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Which educational philosophy emphasizes hands-on, experiential learning?

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Constructivism

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Multiple Choice: Which philosopher is known for the theory of multiple intelligences? A) John Dewey B) Howard Gardner C) B.F. Skinner D) Paulo Freire

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B) Howard Gardner

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What does the term ‘pedagogy’ refer to?

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The art and science of teaching.

20
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Fill in the blank: _______ is the belief that knowledge is constructed through interaction with the environment.

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Constructivism

21
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True or False: Behaviorism focuses on observable behaviors and ignores mental processes.

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True

22
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What is the principle of ‘scaffolding’ in education?

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Providing support to students as they learn new concepts, gradually removing assistance as they gain independence.

23
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Which philosophy advocates for a curriculum that is relevant to students’ lives and social issues?

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Critical pedagogy

24
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a key characteristic of essentialism? A) Focus on student interests B) Emphasis on core knowledge C) Learning through experience D) Emphasis on creativity

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B) Emphasis on core knowledge

25
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What does the term ‘liberal education’ emphasize?

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A broad education that cultivates critical thinking and intellectual skills.

26
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Fill in the blank: The philosophy that combines elements from various educational theories is called _______.

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Eclecticism

27
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True or False: The constructivist approach to teaching is teacher-centered.

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False

28
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What is the primary aim of progressivism in education?

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To promote active learning and the development of critical thinking skills.

29
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Which educational philosopher is known for the concept of experiential learning?

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John Dewey

30
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Multiple Choice: Which philosophy is most likely to support standardized testing? A) Constructivism B) Essentialism C) Progressivism D) Existentialism

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B) Essentialism

31
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What does ‘andragogy’ refer to?

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The method and practice of teaching adult learners.

32
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Fill in the blank: _______ is the belief that education should focus on preparing students for real-world challenges.

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Pragmatism

33
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True or False: A behaviorist approach to education often involves rewards and punishments.

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True

34
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What is the primary focus of humanistic education?

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The development of the whole person and fostering personal growth.

35
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Which educational philosophy prioritizes the development of critical consciousness?

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Critical pedagogy

36
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a key figure in the development of behaviorism? A) Carl Rogers B) B.F. Skinner C) John Dewey D) Jean Piaget

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B) B.F. Skinner

37
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What is the purpose of a curriculum based on social reconstructionism?

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To address social issues and prepare students to create a more just society.

38
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Fill in the blank: The philosophy that advocates for the teaching of democratic values is called _______.

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Democratic education

39
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True or False: Existentialism in education ignores the individual’s choices and experiences.

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False

40
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What is the role of reflection in experiential learning?

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Reflection helps learners make sense of their experiences and apply their insights to future situations.

41
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Which educational theory suggests that knowledge is socially constructed?

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Social constructivism

42
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Multiple Choice: Which philosophy focuses on the importance of the cultural context in education? A) Essentialism B) Progressivism C) Social reconstructionism D) Behaviorism

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C) Social reconstructionism

43
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What is meant by ‘teacher as facilitator’ in constructivist classrooms?

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The teacher guides students’ learning by creating an environment that encourages exploration and collaboration.

44
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Fill in the blank: The belief that learners construct their own understanding is a principle of _______.

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Constructivism

45
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Teacher Jane is concerned more On conceptual matters since reality is mental she holds this kind of philosophy

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Idealism

46
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Reality exist in the pendant and human mind. He is not in the mind the delay external world

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