Question 1

Find out the mismatching pairs.
1)Vivekananda/spiritualism
2) Rousseau/pragmatism
3) Value education/ intolerance
4) John Dewey/ pragmatism
A)only 3
B)3 and 4
C)2 and 3
D)only 4

Accepted Answer

Rousseau is more closely associated with naturalism and the social contract theory rather than pragmatism, which is a philosophical tradition that considers thought and action as intertwined, and knowledge as rooted in experience and action. John Dewey, on the other hand, is a key figure in the development of pragmatism, especially in the context of education and learning through doing. Value education typically promotes tolerance, making its pairing with intolerance a mismatch.

Question 2

Etymological meaning of the term 'education' is to ___________.
A)bring up
B)know
C)do
D)grow

Accepted Answer

The term 'education' is derived from the Latin word 'educare' which means to bring up or to lead out, indicating the process of facilitating learning, or the acquisition of knowledge, skills, values, beliefs, and habits.

Question 3

The root word of 'education' is __________.
A)edusat
B)educare
C)edu
D)educate

Accepted Answer

The root word of 'education' is "educare," which is a Latin word meaning "to bring up, rear, educate." This root reflects the process of teaching and learning.

Question 4

The term 'education' is derived from a __________ word.
A)english
B)french
C)latin
D)german

Accepted Answer

The term 'education' is derived from the Latin word 'educare' which means to bring up, to lead out, or to raise. This reflects the process of facilitating learning, or the acquisition of knowledge, skills, values, beliefs, and habits.

Question 5

Philosophy of education is concerned with the _________ of education.
A)aims
B)nature
C)functions
D)all these

Accepted Answer

Philosophy of education encompasses the aims, nature, and functions of education, examining its goals, underlying principles, and how it serves individuals and society.

Question 6

Which one of the following statements is/are true?
i. Education is a life-long process.
ii. Education is a systematic process.
iii. Education is a modification of behaviour.
iv. Education is instruction and direction.
A)i and ii
B)i,ii and iii
C)i and iv
D)all the four

Accepted Answer

All four statements are true regarding education. Education is indeed a life-long process, as learning continues throughout an individual's life. It is systematic because it follows a structured and planned approach. Education leads to a modification of behavior through the acquisition of knowledge, skills, values, and attitudes. Lastly, it involves instruction and direction, guiding learners in acquiring knowledge and skills.

Question 7

Education is a continuous process through which a person acquires__________.
A)a view of life
B)knowledge
C)both (a) and (b)
D)neither (a) nor (b)

Accepted Answer

Education is a continuous process through which a person acquires both a view of life and knowledge, making option C correct.

Question 8

Education is the harmonious development of _________ faculty.
A)physical
B)mental
C)moral
D)all of these

Accepted Answer

Education aims at the harmonious development of all aspects of a person, including physical, mental, and moral faculties.

Question 9

Educational philosophy is defined as the philosophical study of the ________ of education.
A)purpose
B)nature
C)ideals
D)all these

Accepted Answer

Educational philosophy encompasses the study of the purpose, nature, and ideals of education, as it seeks to understand and critically evaluate the goals, methods, and meaning of education.

Question 10

_________ is an interactive method in the pursuit of knowledge through dialogue.
A)teacher-centered method
B)experimental method
C)socratic method
D)introspective method

Accepted Answer

The Socratic method is an interactive method of teaching that fosters critical thinking and dialogue between the teacher and students. It involves asking and answering questions to stimulate critical thinking and to illuminate ideas.

Question 11

According to realists, curriculum should be ________ .
i. practical and useful
ii. highly organized and systematic
iii. teacher-centered
A)i and ii
B)only i
C)i,ii and iii
D)only iii

Accepted Answer

The answer of According to realists, curriculum should be ________...

Question 12

_________ is not a proponent of realism.
A)plato
B)russell
C)aristotle
D)locke

Accepted Answer

Plato is not a proponent of realism in the sense that is typically contrasted with realism in philosophy, especially in the context of metaphysics and epistemology. Plato is known for his theory of Forms or Ideas, which posits that non-material abstract forms (or ideas), and not the material world of change known to us through sensation, possess the highest and most fundamental kind of reality. This is in contrast to the philosophical position of realism, which would typically assert that the objects, properties, and relations the world presents to us are independent of our thoughts, perceptions, and other mental phenomena. Aristotle, Russell, and Locke, in their own ways, can be seen as proponents of forms of realism, with Aristotle positing a form of realism through his theory of substance, Russell with his advocacy of logical atomism and a correspondence theory of truth, and Locke with his theory of the mind's perception of an external, objectively real world.

Question 13

Education should proceed from simple to complex and from concrete to abstract. This is the method of teaching in _________.
A)idealism
B)realism
C)essentialism
D)none of these

Accepted Answer

Realism in education emphasizes teaching methods that move from simple to complex and from concrete to abstract, aligning with the natural learning process.

Question 14

Idealists argue that _________ are the ultimate reality.
A)values
B)ideas
C)feelings
D)sensations

Accepted Answer

Idealists argue that ideas or the mental constructs are the ultimate reality, emphasizing the importance of the mind in interpreting the world around us.

Question 15

_________ is not a proponent of idealist educational philosophy.
A)plato
B)st. augustine
C)aristotle
D)hegel

Accepted Answer

Aristotle is not a proponent of idealist educational philosophy. Unlike Plato, St. Augustine, and Hegel, who are associated with idealism, Aristotle is more closely aligned with realism, emphasizing empirical observation and the importance of the material world.

Question 16

_________ is not a proper method of teaching according to idealism.
A)dialectical method
B)intuitive method
C)experimental method
D)conceptual method

Accepted Answer

Idealism emphasizes the importance of ideas and the mind in the learning process. The experimental method, which relies on observation and empirical evidence, does not align with the idealist emphasis on the internal, mental, and conceptual understanding of the world. Idealism prefers methods that involve the development of ideas and concepts, such as dialectical, intuitive, and conceptual methods.

Question 17

According to idealists, curriculum should be __________.
A)pupil-centered
B)teacher-centered
C)both (a) and (b)
D)neither (a) nor (b)

Accepted Answer

Idealists believe that the curriculum should be teacher-centered, focusing on the transmission of enduring ideas and knowledge from teacher to student.

Question 18

__________ introduced the concept of kindergarten.
A)gandhi
B)frobel
C)plato
D)rousseau

Accepted Answer

Friedrich Froebel introduced the concept of kindergarten in the early 19th century, emphasizing the importance of play in children's education.

Question 19

"The purpose of man is primarily to develop his own spherical nature and then the nature of spherical being as such, to train and represent that nature". This is the view of ___________.
A)rousseau
B)vivekananda
C)russell
D)frobel

Accepted Answer

Friedrich Froebel, the German pedagogue and the founder of the concept of kindergarten, believed in the development of individuals through educational environments that fostered both personal growth and an understanding of the interconnectedness of all things, which he metaphorically described as "spherical nature."

Question 20

"The spherical law is the basic law of all true and sufficient human education". This is the view of ________.
A)frobel
B)russell
C)pestalozzi
D)aurobindo

Accepted Answer

Friedrich Froebel, the German pedagogue who developed the concept of the kindergarten, is known for his views on education that emphasize the holistic development of a child. He believed in the "spherical law," which suggests that true and sufficient human education encompasses all aspects of a person's development, including intellectual, physical, and emotional growth. Froebel's educational philosophy is centered around the idea that education should be natural and harmonious, reflecting the interconnectedness of all things.

Quiz 1: Philosophies and Concepts of Education

Find out the mismatching pairs. 1) Vivekananda/spiritualism 2) Rousseau/pragmatism 3) Value education/ intolerance 4) John Dewey/ pragmatism

Etymological meaning of the term 'education' is to ___________.

The root word of 'education' is __________.

The term 'education' is derived from a __________ word.

Philosophy of education is concerned with the _________ of education.

Which one of the following statements is/are true? i. Education is a life-long process. ii. Education is a systematic process. iii. Education is a modification of behaviour. iv. Education is instruction and direction.

Education is a continuous process through which a person acquires__________.

Education is the harmonious development of _________ faculty.

Educational philosophy is defined as the philosophical study of the ________ of education.

_________ is an interactive method in the pursuit of knowledge through dialogue.

According to realists, curriculum should be ________ . i. practical and useful ii. highly organized and systematic iii. teacher-centered

_________ is not a proponent of realism.

Education should proceed from simple to complex and from concrete to abstract. This is the method of teaching in _________.

Idealists argue that _________ are the ultimate reality.

_________ is not a proponent of idealist educational philosophy.

_________ is not a proper method of teaching according to idealism.

According to idealists, curriculum should be __________.

__________ introduced the concept of kindergarten.

"The purpose of man is primarily to develop his own spherical nature and then the nature of spherical being as such, to train and represent that nature". This is the view of ___________.

"The spherical law is the basic law of all true and sufficient human education". This is the view of ________.