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Health Education Philosophies, 2005.
A look at the the best teaching philosophy to employ when teaching health education.
1,169 words (approx. 4.7 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 40.95
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This paper describes different health education philosophies as well as the author's own health education philosophy and how and why she arrived at such a philosophy. The author emphasizes that her own philosophy on teaching health education is derived from a combination of several teaching philosophies which she believes will promote the knowledge and skills necessary for her students, their families and the community to achieve a better quality of life.
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"Our profession is at a critical stage of self-evaluation, of which philosophical inquiry is a key element. Answers to the questions of what health education is and how one accomplishes this will determine the place of health education now and in the future. (Welle, Russell, & Kittleson, 1995) My initial reaction while reading the Welle et al article, was that there seems to be a need to define a single philosophy for the credibility and effectiveness of health education in general. After some thought, however, my focus shifted. Since such a wide variety of settings, audiences and issues exist; a single philosophy of health education would not be beneficial or even possible. It makes sense that there were significant oppositional views when it came to the study participants' philosophical choices, given their differences in educational settings."
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Adult Education Philosophies, 2005.
This paper discusses five adult education philosophies and their application to the classroom.
1,430 words (approx. 5.7 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 47.95
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This paper explains that adult education, or andragogy as it is called, has been in existence practically since the founding of the country and, today, has become a major educational field used to empower millions of adults across the United States. The author discusses five philosophies, which have been created to explain and to improve the practices related to educating adults in the United States: The liberal, humanist, progressive, behavioral and radical philosophies. The paper stresses that the philosophical approach or combination of approaches must fit the specific needs of the adult learn and may vary for that learner from situation to situation; therefore, the learner needs to understand their own goals.
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The Progressive Philosophy
The Behaviorist Philosophy
The Humanist Philosophy
The Radical Philosophy
Conclusion
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"Like the progressive philosophy, behaviorism is also focused on scientific means to achieve its end. Education occurs within a controlled environment, with objectives that can be measured. The educational goal is then to change the learner's behavior only through environmental stimuli, without a concern for any other aspects of humanity such as emotion. The objective here is only to change behavior according to specific goals such as competency and programmed learning. Occupational training and professional development programs have benefited from this philosophy. The focus is heavily on stimulus-response designs in order to stimulate new behavior."
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Educational Philosophies, 2006.
An examination of different types of educational philosophies and how they are based on the works of Jean-Jacques Rousseau and John Dewey.
2,874 words (approx. 11.5 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 85.95
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This paper explores how the modern ideas of experiential education, constructivist teaching and inquiry-based teaching, all have their roots in the educational philosophies of Rousseau and Dewey. It explains that experiential education simply refers to the idea that children learn by doing and that knowing a fact without knowing how to apply it, is essentially useless. It then shows how constructivist teaching is basically the idea that the teacher helps the students to build knowledge, integrating one idea into the other, like how chemistry and biology and physics really build upon each other rather than being separate sciences. Finally, it explains that self-explanatory is where the child seeks the answer to a problem rather than being told a dry fact.
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"These ideas combined can make for a powerful teaching method, a method that teaches children to think about problems and how to solve them and not simply telling them to memorize this or that fact. It is a method that recognizes the interconnectedness of the disciplines, realizing that the greatest poets are often scientists and vice versa. It also allows children to realize that there is a method, that they can investigate, that there is a set of skills that goes along with the knowledge, that Watson and Crick did not just think really hard about the structure of DNA, but that they performed experiments and deduced what the language of life was and how it was shaped and why it was shaped that way and, perhaps more importantly, what that means for people, the planet, and the future of both."
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Educational theory and Philosophy, 2007.
This paper discusses educational theory and philosophy in US schools.
4,443 words (approx. 17.8 pages), 43 sources, MLA, $ 116.95
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In this article, the writer first discusses that most researchers believed that during the 1950s the topics that were not raised consistently as influences on educational theories like racial discrimination, status of women, etc., had more drastic effect than the issues that were addressed. The writer then relates that educational theories were more specialized and respected in the 1960s than any other on the basis of the incorporation of assessment procedures that guaranteed impartiality, lucidity, and practical inflexibility. Further, the writer notes that Thomas Kuhn's Structure of Scientific Revolutions in 1970 basically brought forth the notion of competition that was singly the most influential concept in the coming decades. The writer points out that the decade of the 1980s saw feminism, neo-Marxist notion, and the first drafts of the postmodern theory being considered as legal areas of concern in the sphere educational philosophy. Finally, the writer notes that the 1990s brought around tragedy, feelings of loss and uncertainty among the societies. The writer concludes that in the future, one can hope that the reforms and incorporations that have been made over the past decades in the education theories yield fruitful results by enhancing educational standards and efficiency of the execution of education philosophies.
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Educational Theory and Philosophy during 1950s
Educational Theory and Philosophy during 1960s
Educational Theory and Philosophy during 1970s
Educational Theory and Philosophy during 1980s
Educational Theory and Philosophy during 1990s
Conclusion
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"There were also quite a few articles that chose to concentrate only the numerous problems or aspects of the education policies present like the level of educational liberty available to both the students and the teachers, the educational as well as peripheral responsibilities of the academic management. An example of an essay of this format is the article written by Willard Spalding who was the Dean of the College of Education at the University of Illinois at the time. He in this article tried to design a completely fresh notion and theory of training the teachers. He believed that this could be achieved by invalidating what he believed to be the conservative or traditional comprehension of the association amid the traits and various units of education. He followed the viewpoint first brought forth by Aristotle that regarded the numerous units as the primary factors whereas the traits as the secondary factors. Spalding supported this viewpoint because he believed that this led to a more lucid understanding of the society's needs and requirements for the educational standards, temperaments and policies."
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My Educational Philosophy, 2004.
A discussion of a teacher's personal educational philosophy.
1,249 words (approx. 5.0 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 42.95
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This paper is a personal account of one teacher's educational philosophy and that of the school where he teaches. The writer explains that although his school teaches respect and intellectual engagement with all the cultures, it specifically and unapologetically focuses on the moral education and the development and celebration of each person's African-American identity as it relates to the neighborhood, the country, the faith, the immediate community that all students and faculty members strive to serve as well as the greater world. The writer claims that his own educational philosophy is commensurate with the school where he teaches.
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"In line with the thinking of secular educational perennialists, the school and my own educational philosophy emphasizes the importance of learning how to reason, rather than learning facts by rote. Perrenialists argue that accurate, independent reasoning defines the greatest difference between an uneducated mind and an educated mind. The ability to make intelligent choices, rather than obedience, marks the truly good student. My school, which is located in a section of Chicago where students are often challenged in their faith and belief structures with negative influences, thus embodies this aspect of the perrenialist tradition that encourages students to learn how to 'fish for a lifetime,' that is to learn how to learn, rather than to be given a singular meal to feed the student's mind for a day."
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Educational Philosophy, 2005.
A position paper on developing an educational philosophy.
2,250 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 5 sources, $ 89.95
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This paper discusses the concepts of self, knowledge, past philosophies, society and education, morality, personal educational philosophies, the purpose of education and human differences. In the discussion of these elements the paper serves to evaluate the author's thought on the concepts and to determine a future ideology on education.
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"There are many elements that are considered in the formulation of an educational philosophy. The core values that a teacher begins with to construct this philosophy can be ideas that began as infants, and that are developed throughout his or her educational endeavors. Yet, as concepts change in education, so do approaches to the best methods of teaching. Therefore, an exploration of the elements that are incorporated into an educational philosophy must be examined. The Concept of Self The concept of "self", or a child's identity relates to all of the elements that have formulated in a child's life, and how that child then perceives those concepts in a personal manner. It is evident that when two people view the same circumstance they may not walk away with the same philosophies. Because of this belief, the concept of "self" is just as varied."
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Paulo Freire?s Educational Philosophy, 2004.
This paper discusses the educational philosophies of Paulo Freire and their application to feminist theory.
2,030 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 64.95
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This paper explains Paulo Freire believes that an education curriculum should be designed to promote learning through individuals' critical thinking, which contrasts to the style of education in oppressive societies. The author points out that ?Problem Posing?, as opposed to ?Banking?, a core component of Freire?s educational philosophy, aims at bringing the most out of an individual because individuals are presented with a problem, and the individual is expected to solve it through critical thinking. The paper relates that feminist theory agrees with Freire?s philosophy that women are oppressed through ?banking? education's continuing the status quo for generations through the dominant male class.
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"Besides the inclusion of disadvantaged students being at the receiving end of the ?banking? approach to education, in general most individuals are also oppressed. Educational as it is known is an ideological apparatus of the ruling class in society. So, it is through this apparatus that the masses are controlled. The curriculum so designed to educate the masses aid the ideological apparatus in maintaining control. Hence, by society the masses accepting the curriculum as good or are unaware that there can be other approaches to learning they help the ruling class maintain power."
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Educational Philosophy, 2005.
A discussion into understanding the importance of the truth in the educational philosophy of Plato, Socrates and Erasmus.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 3 sources, $ 35.95
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This paper discusses the educational philosophy of Plato, Socrates, and Erasmus as being vital to attaining the greater good in learning. The paper discusses their philosophies of the basis of "truth". The paper suggests that by providing the various theories of these philosophers, the proper balance of logic and reasoning can help students attain the greater good in the learning process.
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"In this philosophical study, the basis of "Truth" will examined in education through the beliefs of Plato, Socrates, and Erasmus. In this focus, the concept of truth is not merely based on opinions, but on the object reasoning that results in gaining knowledge. Through this educational approach, one can learn to divulge what is false from what is truth by closely observing and analyzing nature with logic. In Plato's Republic the objective of the greater good related directly to the education of philosophers in his ideological city of philosophical perfection."
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Educational Philosophy, 2006.
A review of various literature on educational philosophy.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 4 sources, $ 35.95
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This paper is a portion of an on-going process to create an integrated statement of the client's philosophy of teaching. According to the paper, the client states that s/he has a student-centered, experiential teaching philosophy, if s/he has one at all. Research has shown that although a teaching philosophy is a useful guide, it should not create restrictions on the teacher and student working relationship. The paper concludes that for this reason, a teaching philosophy should not be discarded; rather, it should be treated as the useful guideline that it is for aiding children along their educational path.
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"According to Petress (2003) that to some people, the term "philosophy" the author believes that most students know more than they think they do. [. . .] Too often, students tend to misconstrue what knowledge is and to judge themselves unnecessarily harshly; students thus sometimes form destructive self-fulfilling prophesies for themselves [. . .] (p. 3) Clifford, Friesen, and Jardine (2003) expand upon this thought by stating that not only should students be taught to think critically, but also "that they have voices that can shape what their society comes to accept as knowledge" (p. 28). This feeling of being empowered in defining their own educational future can only lead to student success."
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Educational Philosophy, 2008.
An explanation of the writer's personal philosophies regarding teaching and learning.
1,359 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 45.95
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This paper discusses the writer's personal beliefs about teaching, learning and students, as well as her views on knowledge, what is worth knowing and her personal educational philosophy. The writer then discusses how to implement the philosophies into her professional and personal goals and describes how she will use these beliefs as a basis of her instructional practice. The writer also relates her personal educational philosophy to the established educational philosophies and explains how they are connected.
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"My hope is that I can take a little from each of the philosophies I have learned about and evaluate my students individually to adapt those philosophies into a successful teaching style. My day-to-day classroom will not consist of hours of lecture or mundane busy work that does not engage my students. When I find myself at a loss to how to reach my students, I will communicate with them and incorporate their feedback to the best of my ability to insure they are constantly learning. My ideas may seem unrealistic and my expectations of myself and my students probably come across as arrogant, but if we start out with ideas of failure and low expectations that is exactly what we will get."
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Jesuit Educational Philosophy, 2001.
Discusses Catholic/Jesuit mission & approach to education. Foundation of moral philosophy & secular experience. Aristotle's views.
2,025 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 14 sources, $ 71.95
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"This research will examine the Jesuit educational philosophy and mission and ways in which they are or can be integrated into the everyday world. The plan of the research will be to set forth the Jesuit educational philosophy and mission in general terms and then to discuss the pattern of ideas informing them as well as the practical means by which they are or may be identified, integrated, and applied in the structure of education.
To discuss the Jesuit educational philosophy and mission is very much to discuss Catholic education and moral philosophy more generally. However, there is a specific history attached to Jesuit education, inasmuch as its traditions emanate from the origins of the Society of Jesus in the 16th century. The founder of the Society, Ignatius Loyola, initially established Jesuit schools as seminaries, for the training of the Order's..."
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My Educational Philosophy, 2002.
A personal view on education and child development.
1,400 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 2 sources, $ 53.95
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This paper is an exploration of a personal philosophy of education. It explores the author's personal view on the definition of education, how both the curriculum and the classroom should be structured, and preferred teaching methods. It concludes that a strong focus on the social development of children will yield the best developmental results.
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Educational Inclusion Philosophy, 2007.
An examination of the inclusive practices in education with respect to learners with disabilities.
1,141 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 11 sources, APA, $ 39.95
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This paper examines the history and competing arguments in the debate on whether learners with disabilities should be included in the 'normal' classroom environment. It explains how inclusion may not be the ideal solution in all cases, but suggests that a full inclusion model best serves the interests of the learners and society as well. The writer explains that the philosophy of inclusion hinges on helping students and teachers become better members of a community by creating new visions for communities and for schools. The writer concludes that while it must be acknowledged that there are costs associated with inclusion, from an idealist perspective, the clear economic and social benefits to society from educational inclusion override these costs.
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Introduction
Personal Interest in Inclusion
Brief History of the Issue and Conflicting Arguments
Conflicting Arguments and My Position
Conclusion
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"The issue of inclusion and inclusive practices in education with respect to learners with disabilities is one of the most controversial debates in the field of education. While there has been a general movement towards the full inclusion of all students with disabilities in Western countries such as Canada, studies have found that the actual level of inclusion and inclusive practices does not meet the ideal. Indeed, there is even debate whether inclusion best serves the interests of all students in this group, especially those with emotional and behaviour disorders (E/BDs) (Heath et al. 2003)."
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Philosophy of Education, 2005.
This paper suggests ways of improving the quality of education, examining the philosophy of education.
1,660 words (approx. 6.6 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 53.95
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This paper relates the deplorable state of education in the U.S, which ranks at the very bottom of 19 industrial nations in reading, writing and arithmetic, disastrous for a country that has bet its future on an information-driven economy. The author stresses that, if the philosophy of education is to be reformed and rethought, the beginning is with the educators themselves. The paper states that the first step in reforming the American school system is to retain some of the traditionalist values, such as teaching the basics of reading, writing and arithmetic; however, the methods and environment in which these skills are taught needs to be approached using a progressive viewpoint.
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The State of Education Today
Identifying Goals of Formal Education
Towards A Better Education
A Personal Philosophy
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"Part of the problem lies in the somewhat dismal salaries being paid to educators. Granted, this is in itself is a sad commentary on educators, but it is a fact of life, the economy and the rising costs of goods and services. As a result, because educators feel they are not being fairly compensated, the students ultimately suffer from neglect and/or lower standards of education. In a way, we can look at it as the classic case of the domino effect - to borrow a phrase from the Cold War era. Because the economy is suffering, educators' salaries are negatively impacted. Because educators' salaries are negatively impacted, their lack of dedication and motivation is dramatically affected, and at the end of the domino effect are the students."
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Philosophies of Adult Education, 2003.
An examination of the major theories regarding adult education for relevance in assembling a modern philosophy.
3,523 words (approx. 14.1 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 98.95
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This paper discusses how through contrast and comparison it becomes clear that individual and cultural value systems play a predominant role in assessing the importance of various adult education theories. It looks at how traditional western civilizations long history of patriarchal bias has continued to influence liberal arts programs well into this century. It analyzes how some of the newer theories, like Humanism, derived basis from earlier ideologies and how the associated theories are nonetheless relatively modern constructs that have resulted directly from critical inquiry regarding cultural change. Therefore, cultural differences must be recognized, accepted and evaluated for their influence on the basic aspects of each theory. This paper examines each of the theories of adult education for potential use in practical application by modern American educators.
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"The theory of Progressivism arose as a response to the criticism of liberal arts. The theories main contribution is that it identifies the need for vocational training and focus on student interests. However, the progressive theory over emphasizes learner-centeredness, especially when applied to adult education. The difficulty of attempting to tailor education to the experiences of the learner increases exponentially with the age of the student. Subsequent theorists made attempts to more precisely define the role and responsibilities of the educator. The increased focus on teacher ability to determine a student?s experiences and teach accordingly causes methodology and outcome to be scrutinized. If the methodology and learning outcome cannot be clearly evaluated then how can we be sure that any teacher is effective in the educational process?"
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