PHILOSOPHY MATRICES ASSIGNMENT INSTRUCTIONS
\nOVERVIEW
\nThe overview of the first three modules of this course will lead you into an exploration of
\nvarious educational philosophies. Traditional philosophies, modern and post-modern
\nphilosophies, as well as educational theories of transformation and transmission will all be
\nstudied along with their corresponding personalities. This assignment will give you the
\nopportunity to organize the essential components of each of these major educational philosophies
\nand to compare these components against one another. The result will be an invaluable tool in
\nyour educational toolbox for years to come.
\nINSTRUCTIONS
\nUsing the Gutek textbook, the Jerry Falwell library, and any other research databases to complete
\nthe empty white cells in the accompanying template. Your responses in each column should
\nreflect the beliefs about that category according to the specific philosophy for that section. This
\nwill assist you in comparing the various philosophies. Ensure that the major principles of each
\nphilosophy are clarified. Key words, phrases, and short sentences will suffice. Lengthy
\nparagraphs are unnecessary. The textbook aligns with the matrix chronologically, so you will
\nfind the information as you read through the book. Much of this information is clear in the text.
\nFor a few of the philosophies near the end of the matrix, however, you may need to make some
\ninferences based on the information you read. The following list is to help you consider what
\nshould be written in each column.
\n\uf0b7 Metaphysics = What is reality\/truth? What is purpose and meaning in life?
\n\uf0b7 Epistemology = Is it possible to know reality\/truth? If so, how?
\n\uf0b7 Axiology = What values should be developed in education?
\n\uf0b7 Learner\u2019s Nature = What is the role of the learner? What is the human condition?
\nGood? Bad? Neutral? What learner factors should be considered in education?
\n\uf0b7 Teacher\u2019s Role = What is the most effective approach the teacher should take?
\n\uf0b7 Curricular Focus = What content is most important?
\n\uf0b7 Methodology = What pedagogical strategies are most effective?
\n\uf0b7 Criticisms = What do opponents of this philosophy\/theory say about it?
\nThe template will be completed according to the following schedule:
\nModule: Week Matrices
\nModule 3: Week 3 Matrices 6\u201311: Perennialism, Essentialism,
\nBehaviorism, Reconstructionism, Critical
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