ENGL 2001 Chapter : Chp 4 Theories Compared
Document Summary
Eternal truths, order certainty, logic; philosophies such as idealism, realism, neo- thomism. Real world problem solving activities; grounded in inductive reasoning; developed from philosophy of pragmatism. Human behavior explained through responses to external stimuli; manipulating environment to control behaviors; types: classical conditioning; operant conditioning. Protest against perceived decline of intellectual rigor & moral standards; often compare us to other countries; content schools are watered down; philosophies of idealism & realism embedded. Education must take the lead in reconstructing society; began 1920s & 30s frontier thinkers; emphasized a new more equitable society; based on philosophies of pragmatism & existentialism. Teach eternal truths, cultivate rational intellect; learning is lifelong process. Christian doctrine important for ecclesiastical perennialist; strong liberal arts; character training/moral development. School should model life; includes moral, economic, education, political goals; encourages cooperation not competition. Children learn by doing; children are active beings interacting with environment, solving problems by working together.
