Quiz 4

Question 1

1. One branch of philosophy that is especially appropriate for teachers deals with questions relating to knowledge, such as “How do we know what we know?” What is this branch of philosophy known as?

Answer 1

Epistemology

Question 2

2. According to the text, the concept of Socratic questioning is characterized by all of the following EXCEPTwhich?

Answer 2

Participant’s questions direct the discussion

Question 3

3. Ms. Creedon, who teaches English, has structured her curriculum around the Great Books program, emphasizing that students acquire knowledge of unchanging principles or great ideas about the human condition. To which philosophy does she subscribe?

Answer 3

Perennialism

Question 4

4. Mr. Kaplan, who teaches high school journalism, is most concerned with students learning how to reason, communicate effectively, and solve problems. Thus, his students will have learned how to learn, a realistic preparation for an unknown future. Which philosophy does Mr. Kaplan’s teaching practice embody?

Answer 4

Progressivism

Question 5

5. Ms. Succa, who is principal of a high school, believes that education should be practical and provide students with sound instruction that prepares them for life. A firm believer in the transmission view of education, she also is convinced that schools should not try to influence or set social policy. To which philosophy does Ms. Succa subscribe?

Answer 5

Essentialism