The purpose of developing an educational philosophy is that it defines the purpose and focus of an educational institution. ... Core Values and Guiding Educational Philosophy In becoming a teacher, I feel that my underlying purpose would be quite a few things. ... The philosophy that is the closest to my beliefs, values and other ideas seems to center more on perennialism. ... This is a great philosophy because I too believe that the goal of education should always be to develop rational thoughts. ... Students should always learn of the world's stability with the use of this structured...

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Philosophy of Education "It seems to me that education has a two-fold function to perform in the life of man and in society: the one is utility and the other is culture. ... The differences lie in our specific philosophies or applications of educational philosophy, or in other words "an approach." ... This philosophy entails a combination of essentialism and progressivism(Ryan &Cooper, p. 313-316). ... However, as technology has advanced, so have the specialty fields of study, so that education in America today consists of a blend of basic concepts, upon which are built the advanced studies...

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In beginning my journey defining my personal educational philosophy, one that is sure to develop and advance with time, my beliefs and opinions most closely identify with the social reconstructionist philosophy. ... My personal philosophy is outlined and clarified through the examination of seven questions: What is the essence/goal of education? ... I wish to link this mission of social action and growth to the underlying educational standards chiefly in social studies, but also heavily in the four subject-areas and universally in every place possible. ... By teaching how to manage change thro...

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Philosophy of Education The term philosophy can be defined in many ways. I like to define philosophy to mean "truth." When evaluating my philosophy of education, my views are clear and concise. ... In the early 1980's, President Regan ordered a national commission to study our education system. ... When considering my philosophy of education, many "truths" unfold. ...

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Wisdom is a central icon in philosophy and education is a necessary means of good life and national development. ... It is the aim of this write up to cite the relevance of pragmatist philosophy to primary school education in Zimbabwe. ... This is also a sounding factor in Social Studies under the topic Rules and Laws. ... Computer studies must be promoted and fosters in almost all primary schools in Zimbabwe. ... Democracy and education have a symbiotic relationship in the pragmatic philosophy. ...

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Independent Study: Social and Political Philosophy The Failings of Blooms Prescription for American Education Humanity as a whole has always been ignorant. ... Merely by asking and discussing them and by providing an adequate environment for such discussion are we able to be proper caretakers of the tradition of philosophy. ... The failures of American education and its society have sent philosophy on a downward spiral that has left the intellectual climate of our country a barren desert, with a few remaining trees to remind us of the forest that once grew. ... Its inability to provid...

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The case study begs several questions. ... For example, students might study the autobiography of Joseph Plumb Martin in English while learning about the American Revolution in History class (Musslewhite, 2000). ... The case study of Great Meadows mentioned that teachers were overwhelmingly positive regarding the new approach, but did not address aptitude as well as attitude. ... It is interesting that the case study contains no mention of how character education will be used in this integrated way. ... The philosophy of the teacher in these areas are of an increased concern. ...

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His reasoning was of this, "I reasoned that Chinese philosophy as the root of education was responsible for our obvious shortcomings," he reasoned within himself that Confucianism discouraged independent thought and studies in number and reason in the material culture. ... Because Confucianism did not allow room for individual's creative philosophy, in fact it oppressed it and of course Fukuzawa was against anything of the oppressive ideology. ... His philosophy was, as long as Japan continued to hold fast the ancient customs, which were unfit for the time at present, they would for...

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The studies cite that participation in a community might be sustained with quality relationships. ... Results from a first study with 433 beginning teachers supported the two-factor structure and the measurement invariance of the scale. ... 'An empirical research based study conducted over 11 years in educational situations ranging from infant schools to postgraduate education emphasizes formative assessment as a discursive social practice, involving dialectical, sometimes conflicting processes.' ... The author elaborates on two recent studies by Anwar and Sen and references both...

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Jean Betz puts her two children on the school bus and then heads to the University of Maryland at Collage Park to take philosophy classes. ... In 2002, a study conducted by the U. ... Further, more than one quarter of all undergraduates had dependents (typically children), according to the same study. ... In one study, there was also a significant difference between men and women on the issue of job training or getting a degree. ... Other reasons for returning to school were also given in the study but in less frequency. ...

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A reasonable way to look at this point is by measuring the between-school variation of student achievement in PISA studies. ... Finnish students, Pasi Reinikainen (2012) observes, have had "outstanding success in PISA studies during the last decade" (p.3). ... As Sadler stated in 1979, "in studying foreign systems of education, we should not forget that the things outside the schools matter even more than the things inside the schools and govern and interpret the things inside" (p.5). Finland´s success is a function of the network of five special characteristics and streng...

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So that might mean a place where a group of people with similar goal gather and pursue their studies; however, is that all? ... The traditional Chinese system put it as a means to produce state servants, while Plato thought its ultimate goal was to train philosophy kings, rulers of state. ... The traditional humanities and classics studies have gone altogether with the short-lived natural and physical sciences. ... What was supposed to be a skill in the past has now wormed its way into the university curriculum and became a field of study. ... Due to such reason, there exists a need to breed v...

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Introduction The following report will look at the case study of Student Housing Australia (SHA), Australia's first student housing real estate agency. ... It specializes in providing fully furnished accommodation and housing complexes for students, in particular international students studying at Australian universities. ... Student Housing Australia's philosophy is simple, 'Quality, affordability, community and support'. ... The Malaysian Higher Education Ministry's aim for December 2010 was to attract 80,000 foreign students to pursue tertiary studies. ... SHA ...

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In addition, parents should use the home environment to foster good study skills, complete homework before play, and to offer praise for good work. ... Instead they should use community resources such as the library or church workshops where they may offer tutors or study aides. ... Moreover, when community and business organizations have a visible presence in classroom life, students are more likely to see a meaningful connection between their studies and their eventual success in the workplace. ... On the other hand, studies on teachers' practices to promote parent involvement i...

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Mind Answers Mind The Philosophies and Practices of John Dewey Many educators, professors and students alike consider John Dewey the father of progressive education. ... In practicing this philosophy myself, I have learned more than can ever be read or lectured or implied. ... While sitting in classrooms and studying the behavior of children, you learn an insight to how they are on many levels and gain an understanding of their abilities. ...

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A recent Waxman study states "Virginity pledgers are no less likely to engage in premarital sex than their peers. ... They rely on these cornerstones to back up their teachings and prove to their students the truthfulness behind their philosophies. ... A 1993 study of condom effectiveness that has been re-tested and disproved is still being used by eleven out of thirteen curricula in the United States. ... A recent Colombia University study found that "virginity pledge" programs still had an 88% rate of premarital sex. ...

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One study showed that half of the teachers polled were overall supportive of the concept of inclusion (Odette, 1997). ... The study also concluded was that teacher education programs were not adequately preparing teachers by giving them the proper training in how to work with students with disabilities (Odette, 1997). ... Studies have shown that the schools that are practicing inclusion are lacking in all of these things. Before teachers should attempt to take on the responsibility of an inclusive class, their personalities, teaching philosophies, and classroom management styles should be take...

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But instead of it being the field of philosophy like Rose, it was in the field of physical growth and fitness. ... I was so enlightened at the fact that this was what I wanted to pursue, so after getting some tools from the coaches of what to study, I decided to interview for a job as a fitness coach. ... I saw that I "entered the conversation" just like Rose did because rather than looking at what I wanted to do from a far, I actually entered it, in the sense that I got very involved with the coaches, I studied for hours a day to achieve the knowledge they had, I shortened my wor...

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Abstract This study was designed to concentrate on brain-based learning and its effectiveness in an educational setting. ... This research study explains what brain-based learning is and gives examples of its methods and use. ... Brain-based learning is one learning theory that several researchers have conducted studies on. ... Although there are several researchers and educators who have conducted various studies on brain-based learning, the purpose of this study is to determine if BBL really fully immerses students in an educational setting. ... The connection has received increased attenti...

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These forms of knowledge include religion, philosophy, aesthetics, and empirical science among other things. ... For example in St Vincent the grade four the curriculum comprises of the Math, Social Studies, English language among other subjects. ...

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Introduction Thinking and Learning Styles in Education is a incredible broad subject, it encompasses multiple thought processes, theories, and philosophies. ... "The term 'learning styles' refers to the concept that individuals differ in regard to what mode of instruction or study is most effective for them" (Pashler, 2009, 105) But where did the concept of learning styles come from. ... "The assumption that people actually cluster into distinct groups," (Pashler, 2009, 105) is one that is widely recognized and agreed upon in the study of learning styles. Accordi...

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Montessori Education follows a more "child-centered philosophy"" in that they place a "greater emphasis on children's freedom with respect to their learning initiatives " and less of an emphasis on the teachers control over the student" (p. 33). ... "(p. 218) The student has no say in what they study because if they do not do what is asked of them they will receive a bad grade or even fail the class. ...

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He went as far as comparing the opportunity to get into a schoolhouse with being allowed to study alongside boys and girls to that of living in paradise (4). ... He had such a high admiration for this man because of the uncompelling outlook that the General had on life which would later permeate into his own philosophy. ...

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These are Humanities, Languages (English and/or Filipino), Math, Philosophy, Science, and Social Sciences. ... • Financial Study. In parallel, a study will be undertaken to determine the financial implications (government, implied costs to households and private education) and the options for financing of the K+12 Basic Education model that will be adopted. The financial study will also look into the GASTPE provision to accommodate senior high school students in private HEIs during the transition years and to review government support to education beyond GASTPE. ...

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It is used to develop knowledge and understanding, to achieve personal growth and to function effectively in our society" (Studies, 2007). ... There are so many ways in which children learn, and I believe that it is important to be open minded to the different ideas that theorists may have; however I also believe that it is important to have your own belief and philosophy in how you will educate children but also be able to take on new ways of teaching children and the theories that surround this....

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