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Philosophical Thoughts on Education

Quiz by Bambelyn Calago

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  • Q1
    According to John Dewey, what is the primary goal of education?
    To prepare students for active participation in a democratic society
    To follow a predetermined curriculum
    To compete with other students
    To memorize facts and figures
    30s
  • Q2
    What did Plato emphasize as the ultimate purpose of education in 'The Republic'?
    The pursuit of physical strength and agility
    The development of technical skills
    The accumulation of wealth and power
    The cultivation of wisdom and virtue
    30s
  • Q3
    According to Jean-Jacques Rousseau, what is the role of education in 'Emile'?
    To impose societal norms and values on the individual
    To mold the individual into a predetermined social role
    To facilitate the natural development of the individual
    To prioritize academic achievement over personal growth
    30s
  • Q4
    In the philosophy of education, what is the significance of the 'Socratic method'?
    To promote rote memorization and passive learning
    To discourage student engagement and interaction
    To stimulate critical thinking and encourage questioning
    To enforce strict discipline and obedience
    30s
  • Q5
    What did Paulo Freire propose as a key concept in his 'Pedagogy of the Oppressed'?
    Blind obedience and compliance
    Unilateral teacher-centered instruction
    Focus on individual competition and achievement
    Critical consciousness or 'conscientization'
    30s
  • Q6
    What did Nel Noddings emphasize as the foundation of education in her 'Ethic of Care' approach?
    Rigorous academic standards
    Individual competition and achievement
    Caring relationships and empathy
    Strict discipline and authority
    30s
  • Q7
    According to existentialist philosopher Jean-Paul Sartre, what concept underscores the role of education in shaping one's identity and choices?
    Existential freedom
    Predestination
    Conformity
    Determinism
    30s
  • Q8
    In the context of education, what did John Locke emphasize regarding the mind of a child?
    Collective unconscious
    Tabula rasa or 'blank slate'
    Innate knowledge and instincts
    Genetic determinism
    30s
  • Q9
    What concept did Maria Montessori introduce in her educational approach focused on children's development?
    Rote memorization techniques
    Strict discipline and control
    The prepared environment
    Standardized testing practices
    30s
  • Q10
    According to classical Greek philosopher Aristotle, what is the goal of education as described in his work 'Nicomachean Ethics'?
    The acquisition of material wealth and social status
    The attainment of power and influence
    The pursuit of pleasure and hedonism
    The cultivation of virtues for living a fulfilled and virtuous life
    30s
  • Q11
    According to John Dewey, what is the primary goal of education?
    To achieve high test scores
    To maintain the status quo in society
    To acquire knowledge for personal gain
    To prepare students for active citizenship and social responsibility
    30s
  • Q12
    Who is known for the concept of the 'Socratic Method' in education?
    Socrates
    Descartes
    Plato
    Aristotle
    30s
  • Q13
    What is the main focus of existentialist philosophy in education?
    Encouraging memorization of facts
    Promoting conformity and uniformity
    Emphasizing individual freedom and choice
    Highlighting the importance of standardized testing
    30s
  • Q14
    According to the philosophy of progressivism in education, what is the role of the teacher?
    To be a lecturer delivering information without interaction
    To be a facilitator and guide in students' learning experiences
    To be an authoritarian figure enforcing strict rules
    To be a passive observer in the classroom
    30s
  • Q15
    Who is the influential philosopher known for advocating for the concept of 'critical pedagogy'?
    Jean-Jacques Rousseau
    Immanuel Kant
    Michel Foucault
    Paulo Freire
    30s

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