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A. Pragmatism
B. Perennialism
C. Essentialism
D. Existentialism
2. Teacher H asks one of her students, “What do you want to become when you
grow up?” This question is an indication of what kind of philosophy?
A. Progressivism
B. Naturalism
C. Existentialism
D. Idealism
3. Teacher X has not only explained the concept of Philosophy of Education but
also imparted this to her students. This demonstrates what kind of philosophy?
A. Naturalism
B. Idealism
C. Realism
D. Perennialism
A. Idealism
B. Essentialism
C. Humanism
D. Existentialism
5. When a teacher emphasizes that man’s sense should be trusted because they are
the only way to acquire knowledge, the teacher can be regarded as____.
A. Naturalist
B. Realist
C. Empiricist
D. Pragmatist
A. Realism
B. Essentialism
C. Existentialism
D. Progressivism
A. Constructivist
B. Reconstructivist
C. Progressivist
D. Empiricist
RATIONALIZATION: A. Constructivist. As defined, Constructivism is a philosophy
of learning which asserts that reality does not exist outside of the human conceptions.
It is the individual that construct reality by reflecting on his own experience and gives
meaning to it. It is founded on the premise that by reflecting on our own experiences,
we construct our own understanding of the world we live in. Therefore, learning is
simply the process of adjusting our mental modes to accommodate new experiences.
8. Teacher U teaches to his pupils that pleasure is not the highest good. Teacher's
teaching is against what philosophy?
A. Realism
B. Hedonism
C. Epicureanism
D. Empiricism
9. After listening to the homily of the Priest about fidelity, Catherine has a moment
of reflection. Her understanding of the value of fidelity has become deeper as she
related this to her past experience. This typifies what kind of philosophy?
A. Constructivism
B. Reconstructivism
C. Humanism
D. Existentialism
10. After studying the Principle of Identity, Teacher W asks her students to
determine which among the given set of problems conforms to the said identity.
This shows that Teacher W upholds what kind of Philosophy?
A. Perennialism
B. Progressivism
C. Essentialism
D. Naturalism
RATIONALIZATION: B. Progressivism. Progressivism is a philosophy of learning
by doing things.
11. Thea listened to the advice given by her sister to end the relationship that she
has with Gilbert. However, her sister learned that the advice she has given was not
followed and Thea decided to continue the relationship. This action of Thea is a
manifestation of what kind of philosophy?
A. Essentialism
B. Existentialism
C. Perennialism
D. Humanism
12. After finishing the degree in Education, Teacher M learns that learning never
stops. In fact, she accumulates more knowledge after leaving the portal of her alma
mater. This typifies what kind of philosophy?
A. Constructivism
B. Perennialism
C. Progressivism
D. Humanism
13. Matilda is an advocate of the principle “making the most of your life”. She is
indeed an advocate of what kind of philosophy?
A. Humanism
B. Perennialism
C. Realism
D. Existentialism
A. Naturalism
B. Pragmatism
C. Progressivism
D. Rationalism
15. Teacher J serves as an inspiration to his students because of his efficiency and
effectiveness as a teacher. The mind set of his students towards him/her is an
instance of what kind of philosophy?
A. Realism
B. Idealism
C. Nationalism
D. Constructivism
16. John learns well through active interplay with others. His learning increases
when engaged in activities that has meaning in him. Which philosophy can
describe this?
A. Progressivism
B. Idealism
C. Realism
D. Empiricism
A. Experimentalism
B. Existentialism
C. Idealism
D. Realism
18. Principal C shares this thought with his teachers: "Subject matter should help
students understand and appreciate themselves as unique individuals who accept
complete responsibility for their thoughts, feelings, and actions." From which
philosophy is this thought based? / Teacher V teaches her students to appreciate
themselves as unique individuals and are to accept the responsibility to their
feelings, actions and thoughts. She upholds the philosophy of _______.
A. Perennialism
B. Essentialism
C. Existentialism
D. Progressivism
A. Realism
B. Idealism
C. Progressivism
D. Existentialism
RATIONALIZATION: C. Progressivism. Progressivism connotes growth and
development. In this manner learning comes best when things are being experienced,
that is learning by doing things. It involves participation of the students and allows
them to exercise freedom.
20. In the Social Science class of Teacher G, students identify the various social
and economic problems that require urgent solutions. They not only discuss the
ways to address it but also agreed to participate in solving them. What kind of
philosophy does this class uphold?
A. Naturalism
B. Constructivism
C. Progressivism
D. Reconstructivism
21. A curriculum should only include those that have survived the test of time and
combine the symbols of literature, history, and mathematics. Thus, curriculum
like this contains values that are constant and universal. What philosophy
describes this kind of curriculum?
A. Idealism
B. Perennialism
C. Humanism
D. Essentialism
22. Who among the following puts more emphasis on core requirements, longer
school day, longer academic year and more challenging textbooks?
A. Perennialist
B. Essentialist
C. Progressivist
D. Existentialist
RATIONALIZATION: B. Essentialist. Essentialism is an educational theory rooted
in classical realism and idealism which advocates curricular reform stressing the
essentials of the basics like the 3R's.
24. Mr. Cruz exemplifies an ideal teacher and son. He is competent in his field
based on the various recognitions that he received from his school. As a dutiful
son, he assumes all the responsibilities of raising his family (this includes his
parents, siblings, and their own families) – giving all their needs and wants. The
fulfilment of these is the neglect of the responsibilities to himself. This attitude of
Mr. Cruz is against what kind of philosophy?
A. Existentialism
B. Constructivism
C. Pragmatism
D. Humanism
25. Teacher R ensures to put a certain amount of his monthly earnings in the bank.
At the end of the school year, he used all his savings in visiting places rich of
cultural heritages rather than of buying expensive clothes, jewellery, and latest
gadgets. Favoring the former action over the latter exhibits that Teacher R follows
what kind of philosophy?
A. Existentialism
B. Essentialism
C. Behaviorism
D. Progressivism
26. Teacher R ensures to put a certain amount of his monthly earnings in the bank.
At the end of the school year, he used all his savings in visiting places rich of
cultural heritages rather than of buying expensive clothes, jewellery, and latest
gadgets. This shows that Teacher R is an advocate of what kind of philosophy?
A. Pragmatism
B. Perennialism
C. Naturalism
D. Essentialism
27. Teacher X rates the art work of her students not just on the merit of its appeal
to the senses but also considers its uniqueness and the responsibility that every
student has given in accomplishing the task. This practice shows how Teacher X
upholds this kind of philosophy:
A. Realism
B. Reconstructivism
C. Idealism
D. Existentialism
28. In line with the philosophy of Reconstructivism, which of the following should
be given emphasis in teaching?
A. Realism
B. Progressivism
C. Existentialism
D. Reconstructivism
30. Increase of time allotment in English, Math and Science in the Elementary level
under the New Elementary School Curriculum (NESC) as provided in DECS
Order No. 1, s. 1993 contributes in the culturation of basic literacy by providing
the needed essential skills. The related philosophy is ______.
A. Realism
B. Essentialism
C. Idealism
D. Perennialism