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Module 4 Discussion-400words

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1. Four basic areas of philosophy are epistemology, metaphysics, axiology, and logic.
Which of these is most valuable for teachers? Least valuable? 
The field of logic, I believe, is the most important for instructors to utilize in their

everyday operations. As a teacher, I must analyze and appraise my students and draw

conclusions based on my findings. “Logic helps instructors and students analyze their thinking”

(Eggen, & Kauchak, 2020). Logic, I think, is also essential in that it permits instructors to

employ reasoning with pupils for academic and social growth. Teachers utilize deductive and

inductive reasoning to encourage pupils to challenge what they learn. The least valuable is

Metaphysics, the study of the physical cosmos and ultimate reality. It asks what is real. What is

the world's origin? Your view of reality as an external or internal construct might impact your

metaphysical views and viewpoints.

2. Students are becoming increasingly diverse. How well do the different

philosophies of education address issues of student diversity? 

Working with children of all ages and abilities appealed to me as an inspired

secondary/special education teacher. With the shifting demographics in American schools, I have

realized we are becoming a highly varied population. Academic level, cultural background,

personality, religious convictions, and so on are all examples of variations within my classroom.

So, as a teacher today, I must accept, model, and utilize diversity positively. The fact that

individuals are diverse is often seen as a positive trait by educators who embrace diversity. A

diversified team with various abilities and approaches is better than a team with all their

strengths focused in one area while trying to solve a problem. A student's chances of success in

my class drop drastically if they feel unsafe or unwelcome. So, as an educator, I must create a

learning atmosphere for my pupils. In my classroom, I have several duties, but the most essential

one is appreciating diversity.

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3. Of the different educational philosophies discussed in this chapter, which is

most valuable in framing issues for preschool children? Elementary students? 

Middle school students? High school students? Does one particular philosophy fit

with a content area that you will be teaching? 

Progressivism is good for preschool children because it believes education should

concentrate on the entire kid, not just the topic or the instructor. Individuality, progress, and

change are important to progressivists.

A shared core of knowledge is imparted to pupils in a methodical, disciplined manner,

according to essentialists. Subjects concentrate on the historical backdrop of the material world

and culture before moving on to the current day.

Perennialism encourages knowledge that transcends time for middle schoolers. This is a

topical philosophy. A perennalist educator teaches pupils to think reasonably and critically.

Social reconstructionism is a philosophy that stresses social issues and the strive for a

better society and global democracy. Reconstructionist educators emphasize education's goal of

social improvement. Violence, famine, international terrorism, inflation, and inequality are actual

challenges that students face today, according to social reconstructionists and critical theorists.

4. Teachers in elementary schools commonly emphasize reading, language arts,

and math much more strongly than other parts of the curriculum such as social

studies, art, and music. What does this emphasis suggest about the teachers’

philosophical positions?  

Students in elementary schools have varying developmental stages and demands.

However, most elementary school instructors teach one class of pupils of the same age. In fact,

several jurisdictions demand certification to teach a certain grade. Elementary school instructors
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frequently teach many courses in one class. The curriculum mainly focuses on math, science,

social studies, language arts, music, art, and reading. However, most primary schools concentrate

on laying the groundwork for a well-rounded education, with instructors regularly monitoring

kids' progress. Roe, Smith & Burns, (2011) argues that teachers at elementary schools are

expected to be highly hands-on, providing a positive classroom environment and adjusting to

pupils' needs.
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References

Eggen, P., & Kauchak, D. (2020). Using educational psychology in teaching. Pearson Education,

Incorporated.

Roe, B., Smith, S. H., & Burns, P. C. (2011). Teaching reading in today's elementary schools .

Cengage Learning.