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1. Education
Education is the acquisition of knowledge, skills and attitudes that make man
do better. It is not only a preparation for life but its life itself. This is because
throughout life man learns many things in and out of school that change his life for
the better.
1.1 Educare:
Educare is a Latin word and it means.
To nourish
To bring up
To raise
Educere:
Educere is a Latin word and it means.
To lead out
To draw out
Foundation of Education
Foundations of education are those systems or sciences upon which education
stands and has its roots, origins, or bases.
The first verse of the Holy Quran clearly explained the importance of education. Allah
ﷻsaid in Quran;
1. Metaphysics
2. Epistemology
3. Axiology
4. Logic
Philosophical Perspective of Education
Perennialism
Essentialism
Progressivism
Re-constructivism
The term “Sociology” is derived from the Latin word “Socius” which means “social
or being with others”; and the Greek “logos” which means “study”. The term
“Sociology” basically means the “study of social beings”.
Functionalism
Conflict theory
Symbolic interactions
Economical foundation of education
All individuals engage themselves in economic activities to lead a balance and
prosperous life. In this regard, this is the responsibility of education to develop the
abilities of the individual in such a way that they may get benefit of the economic
opportunities. Economic foundation of education refers to the consideration of
financial needs of individual and society during the development of a system of
education for a nation.
Historical foundation
The word ’history’ is derived from the Greek word “historia” means inquiry
or research. History is considered as a systematic study and record of past event of
mankind. It explains the development and evolution of humanity in chronological
order. History is a continuous dialogue between present and past. History helps one to
draw conclusion from the past events.
Imaginary vision
Dual degree course, job oriented courses, vocational courses, short term
courses,
Uniform curriculum
Financial support
Future insecurity