🎓 100 Multiple Choice Questions on Educational Philosophies
📘 Perennialism: The Philosophy of Timeless Truths
Questions 1–20
1. What is the primary focus of Perennialism?
2. Perennialists believe that human nature is:
3. According to Perennialism, the purpose of education is to help students discover and understand:
4. What kind of curriculum is central to Perennialism?
5. The “Great Books” curriculum is associated with which educational philosophy?
6. What is the role of the teacher in Perennialism?
7. Which teaching method is commonly used in Perennialist classrooms?
8. Perennialism views the student primarily as a:
9. Which historical period or movement heavily influences Perennialist thought?
10. A key assumption of Perennialism is that truth is:
11. Perennialists believe education should be _______ for everyone.
12. Mortimer Adler and Robert Hutchins are key figures associated with:
13. A common criticism of Perennialism is that it is:
14. Perennialism emphasizes the development of which aspect of the student?
15. According to Perennialism, how should difficult or controversial ideas in classic texts be handled?
16. Perennialism places less emphasis on:
17. The ultimate goal for a student in a Perennialist system is to:
18. Perennialism is considered a _______-centered philosophy.
19. Compared to Progressivism, Perennialism sees the curriculum as more:
20. Which phrase best captures the essence of Perennialism?
📚 Essentialism: Back to Basics
Questions 21–40
21. What is the core focus of Essentialism in education?
22. Essentialists believe the primary role of the school is to:
23. The curriculum in Essentialism typically emphasizes:
24. What is the role of the teacher in an Essentialist classroom?
25. Essentialism is often described as a _______-centered philosophy.
26. Which educational slogan is most closely associated with Essentialism?
27. Essentialism values ______ in the classroom.
28. Key figures associated with Essentialism include:
29. Essentialists believe that learning requires:
30. Compared to Perennialism, Essentialism places more emphasis on:
31. A common criticism of Essentialism is that it may:
32. Essentialism views the student as needing:
33. The Essentialist curriculum is generally considered:
34. Essentialism aims to instill ______ in students.
35. Which assessment method aligns well with Essentialism?
36. Essentialism prioritizes ______ over ______.
37. According to Essentialism, the “essentials” are derived from:
38. How does Essentialism differ from Progressivism regarding the teacher’s role?
39. Essentialism would likely support educational practices like:
40. The main goal of an Essentialist education is to produce:
🌱 Progressivism: Learning by Doing
Questions 41–60
41. Progressivism is most closely associated with which educational philosopher?
42. The central tenet of Progressivism is that education should be based on:
43. Progressivism views learning as:
44. What is the role of the teacher in a Progressive classroom?
45. The Progressive curriculum is characterized by:
46. Progressivism emphasizes the importance of ______ in education.
47. Which phrase best captures the spirit of Progressivism?
48. Progressivism sees the student as:
49. According to Progressivism, how should the curriculum be determined?
50. Progressive education often involves:
51. A common criticism of Progressivism is that it may:
52. Progressivism values ______ knowledge.
53. Compared to Essentialism, Progressivism gives more importance to:
54. The concept of the “whole child” (addressing intellectual, social, emotional, physical needs) is central to:
55. John Dewey believed that schools should function as:
56. Assessment in a Progressive classroom is likely to involve:
57. Progressivism connects education closely with:
58. Which learning environment would a Progressive educator favour?
59. Progressivism emerged partly as a reaction against:
60. The ultimate aim of Progressive education is to develop individuals who are:
🏛️ Reconstructionism: Education for Social Reform
Questions 61–80
61. What is the primary goal of Reconstructionism in education?
62. Reconstructionism views education as a tool for:
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63. The Reconstructionist curriculum focuses heavily on:
64. What is the role of the teacher in Reconstructionism?
65. Reconstructionism encourages students to become:
66. Key figures associated with Reconstructionism include:
67. Reconstructionism emerged, in part, from which other philosophy?
68. A Reconstructionist classroom might involve students:
69. Reconstructionism emphasizes ______ thinking about social issues.
70. A major theme in Reconstructionism is the creation of a more ______ world.
71. A common criticism of Reconstructionism is that it may:
72. Reconstructionism differs from Progressivism by being more explicitly focused on:
73. Theodore Brameld advocated for education to build a new social order based on:
74. George Counts famously asked, “Dare the school build a new social order?” This question reflects the core of:
75. Reconstructionism views knowledge as:
76. Which activity best aligns with Reconstructionist principles?
77. Reconstructionism places a strong emphasis on ______ values.
78. The ideal Reconstructionist student is envisioned as:
79. Reconstructionism advocates for a curriculum that is:
80. Compared to Perennialism, Reconstructionism is much more concerned with:
🔍 Comparative Questions (81–100)
Questions 81–100
81. Which two philosophies are generally considered the most teacher-centered?
82. Which two philosophies are generally considered the most student-centered or society-centered?
83. Which philosophy places the least emphasis on addressing contemporary social problems?
84. Which philosophy is most likely to advocate for a curriculum based on the “Great Books”?
85. “Learning by doing” is a key concept primarily associated with:
86. A focus on “back to basics” and core subjects is characteristic of:
87. The idea that schools should be agents for creating a better future society is central to:
88. Which philosophy views the teacher primarily as a facilitator or guide rather than an authority figure?
89. If a school’s mission statement emphasizes “transmitting the fundamental skills and cultural heritage necessary for productive citizenship,” it most likely aligns with:
90. If a school focuses on Socratic seminars discussing Plato and Aristotle to develop students’ reasoning, it reflects principles of:
91. A classroom where students are investigating local pollution and planning a community awareness campaign is most indicative of:
92. Which philosophy sees human nature as essentially constant and reason as the highest human capacity?
93. Which philosophy is most likely to utilize standardized testing as a primary assessment tool?
94. The philosophy most critical of the traditional, subject-centered curriculum is:
95. Which philosophy views knowledge as most fixed and unchanging?
96. Which philosophy places the strongest emphasis on student interests determining the curriculum?
97. The role of “intellectual coach” best describes the teacher in:
98. Which philosophy would be most concerned with ensuring all students master a common core of knowledge and skills?
99. Which philosophy explicitly links education to solving societal crises and building a future democratic order?
100. The idea that education should focus on the “whole child” and active experience is central to: