A Frame of Reference for Developing Your Philosophy of Education
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For each of the following state aspects or tenets you consider important for shaping your perspective on the role and functions of schools, curriculum, teaching, and learning. Then give two examples of practices you would implement in your classroom that reflect these aspects.
1. Idealism
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2. Realism
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3. Pragmatism
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4. Existentialism
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5. Postmodernism
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6. Essentialism
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7. Perenialism
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8. Progressivism
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9. Critical Theory
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