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Philosophies of Education
Philosophies of Education
Philosophies of Education
of Education
Essentialism
Why teach?
For learners to acquire basic
knowledge.
What to teach?
How to teach?
Emphasize the mastery of subject
matter.
Progressivism
Why teach?
To develop learners becoming
enlightened citizens.
What to teach?
How to teach?
Perennialism
Why teach?
To develop rational and moral
powers.
What to teach?
How to teach?
Apply creative techniques and true
methods.
Existentialism
Why teach?
Help students understand and
appreciate themselves.
What to teach?
Practice individual creativity and
imagination.
How to teach?
Behaviorism
Why teach?
Students behaviors a product of
environment.
What to teach?
Respond to stimuli in the
environment.
How to teach?