2021 Online LET Reviewer: Professional Education – Foundations of Education

The curriculum that uses this philosophical approach focuses on the observable world and emphasizes subjects such as science and mathematics.

Teacher Jordan told his political science students that it is important that they develop their own political views based on personal choice. What philosophical view is he likely using?

This philosophical approach believes that the world and the universe exists independent of the human mind.

Curricula that use this philosophical approach focus in the subject matter of the mind such as literature, history, philosophy and religion.

Teacher Karla uses hands-on problem solving and experimentation in teaching her biology class. She emphasizes on how certain learnings can be applied in the real world. What philosophical approach is she likely using?

This philosophical approach focuses on seeking teachings and values that do not change and constant but are eternally effective.

The historical records of this ancient civilization were recorded in the walls of their city using hieroglyph writing.

This philosophy of education believes that reality is constantly changing and that we learn best through applying our experiences and thoughts to problems.

The goal of this philosophical approach is to develop an individual’s skills and natural abilities as well as their moral and ethical values.

This philosophical approach proposes that the ultimate reality is the world of physical objects. It proposes that education should be focused on logic and how it may be used to reason about the physical world.