PHILO 101
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The document outlines four educational philosophies - Perennialism, Essentialism, Progressivism, and Deconstructionism. Perennialism aims to educate the rational person through cultivating the intellect with classical subjects. Essentialism focuses on intellectual growth and competence through essential skills and subjects. Progressivism promotes democratic and social living through knowledge leading to lifelong learning. Deconstructionism aims to improve and reconstruct society through education for change with teachers acting as agents of reform.
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PHILO 101
- 4. Perennialism Essentialism Progressivism Deconstructionism Aim of Education To educate the rational person ; To cultivate the intellect To promote the intellectual growth of the individual and educate a competent person To promote democratic and social living To improve and reconstruct society education for change Role of Education Teachers help students think with reason The teacher is the sole authority in his or her subject area or field of specializa- tion Knowledge leads to growth and development of lifelong learners who actively learn by doing Teachers act as agents of change and reform in various educational projects including research.
- 5. Perennialism Essentialism Progressivism Deconstructionism Focus in the curriculum Classical subjects, literary analysis and curriculum is constant Essentials skills of the 3R’s and essential subjects of English, Science, History, Math, and Foreign Language Subjects are interdiscipli- nary, integrative and interactive. Curriculum is focused on students interest, human problems and affairs Focus on present and future trends and issues of national and international interests Curriculum Trends Use of great books and return to abundant arts Excellence in education, back to basics and cultural literacy School reforms, relevant and contextualized Curriculum, humanistic education Equality of educational opportunities in education, access to global education.