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Science and Philosophy of Education

The document contrasts the philosophy of education, which explores the reasons behind education, with the science of education, which focuses on the methods of learning. It outlines major educational theories such as behaviorism and constructivism, and discusses the value of philosophy in guiding curriculum design and ethical decision-making for teachers. Additionally, it highlights the ongoing challenges and debates within the philosophy of education, emphasizing the importance of both philosophy and science in creating effective educational experiences.

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Science and Philosophy of Education

The document contrasts the philosophy of education, which explores the reasons behind education, with the science of education, which focuses on the methods of learning. It outlines major educational theories such as behaviorism and constructivism, and discusses the value of philosophy in guiding curriculum design and ethical decision-making for teachers. Additionally, it highlights the ongoing challenges and debates within the philosophy of education, emphasizing the importance of both philosophy and science in creating effective educational experiences.

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Science and Philosophy

of Education
Presen GESCERY MOLETA
ter: UMBINA
Philosophy of education vs. science of
education

PHILOSOPHY OF SCIENCE OF
EDUCATION
Explores why we EDUCATION
Focuses on how we
educate learn
(democracy, (behaviorism,
Historical Roots
personal growth) rewards;
Plato (wisdom), Aristotle constructivism,
(good judgment) experience)
Rousseau (open education)
Science of
Education
5 MAJOR EDUCATIONAL LEARNING THEORIES
EXAMPLE IN
THEORY DESCRIPTION
TEACHING

BEHAVIORIS Learning via Praise for good


M rewards/punishments work

CONSTRUCTI Build knowledge from Hands-on science


VISM experience experiments

COGNITIVIS Focus on mental Encourage


M processes questioning
Science of
Education
EXTENDED/ADDITIONAL EDUCATIONAL LEARNING
THEORIES
EXAMPLE IN
THEORY DESCRIPTION
TEACHING

TRANSFORMA Adults adjust Encourage new


TIVE thinking perspectives

Use social
Learning by
SOCIAL modeling for
observing others difficult students
PHILOSOPHY OF
GUIDING
EDUCATION
FORCE

Explores the Aims of Shapes Educational


Education Ethics

Historical Thinkers

Influences Curriculum Design Modern Relevance


PROBLEMS OF Philosophy of
Education

CONCEPTUAL CONCEPTS
AMBIGUITY CHALLENGES IN
LACK OF APPLYING
CONSENSUS ON ABSTRACT IDEAS
KEY DEFINITIONS TO EVERYDAY
AND SCOPE CLASSROOM
SETTINGS
PROBLEMS OF Philosophy of
Education

CULTURAL AND HISTORICAL DEBATES


SOCIO-ECONOMIC ONGOING
INFLUENCES DISCOURSE
VARIATIONS IN BETWEEN
EDUCATIONAL PROGRESSIVE
VALUES AND AND TRADITIONAL
EXPECTATIONS APPROACHES
ACROSS
Value of Philosophy of Education to
Teachers

Curriculum and Guidance in Ethical


Instructional Decision-Making
Design
Guides curriculum Helps reflect on
and methods, ethics (e.g.,
aligning with discipline, student
purposes like rights).
critical thinking.
Value of Philosophy of Education to
Teachers

Professional Foundation for


Identity and Critical Thinking
Empowerment Encourages
Encourages reflective and
professional growth analytical
by articulating approaches to
teaching teaching
philosophy.
Value of Philosophy of Education to
Teachers

Avoiding Judgment
fosters unity,
promotes creativity
without
compromising
standards.
Conclusio
n

SCience provides CRUCial for


tools (theories), designing
philosophy sets meaningful learning
goals (aims, ethics). experiences.
TOGether, they
ensure education is
practical and
purposeful,
addressing 2025
challenges like
equity and
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