Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
Nueva Ecija University of Science and Technology
Cabanatuan City

Encircle the letter of the correct answer then explain.

1. Teacher A 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 C. Realism

B. Idealism D. Perennialism

2. Teacher B asks one of her students, “What dp you want to become when you grow up?” This question is an
indication of what kind of philosophy?

A. Progressivism C. Existentialism

B. Naturalism D. Idealism

3. 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 C. Humanism

B. Perennialism D. Essentialism

4. The curriculum is viewed as a means of developing desirable habits. It is recommended that the means to
form these habits is through the mastery of organized subject matter. Which philosophy is behind this
edcational view?

A. Naturalism C. Realism

B. Idealism D. Pragmatism

5. Teacher C’s class is engage in problem solving activity which in a way is a reflection of the personal and social
experiences. The purpose of this activity is for the students to acquire the skill that can help them in solving their
own real-life problems. What philosophy can best describe this?

A. Realism C. Progressivism

B. Idealism D. Existentialism

6. 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 is an instance of what kind of philosophy?

A. Realism C. Nationalism

B. Idealism D. Constructivism

7. 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 C. Realism

B. Idealism D. Empiricism

8. Teacher D 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,
jewelry, and latest gadgets. This shows that Teacher D is an advocate of what kind of philosophy?

A. Pragmatism C. Naturalism

B. Perennialism D. Essentialism