SAMPLE QUESTIONNAIRE FOR “ISMS”

PHILOSOPHY OF EDUCATION (SOCIAL

DIMENSIONS)
1. The Philippine Elementary School
Curriculum gives greater emphasis on the
development of basic skills like reading,
writing, and arithmetic. What is the
philosophical basis for this?
A. Pragmatism C. Essentialism
B. Perennialism D. Existentialism
RATIONALIZATION: C. Essentialism.
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.
Pragmatism- is regarded as an American
philosophy whose various forms advocate
experimentalism,
instrumentalism, functionalism, and
practicalism and their curricular offerings
imply a wide range of subject areas.
Pereninialism- is a traditional educational
theory that puts premium on eternal truth as
contained in the "Great Books".
Existentialism - personalizes knowledge to the
individual. The person chooses the knowledge
that he deems is relevant to his process of
becoming to realize his essence.

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 C.
Existentialism
B. Naturalism D. Idealism
RATIONALIZATION: D - Idealism. Idealism is
the answer because it stresses the existence
of ideas independent from the material world.
Ideas that which exist in the mind are the only
reality.

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 C. Realism
B. Idealism D. Perennialism
RATIONALIZATION: C - Realism. Realism
concerns with what is real, actual. For ideas
to be realized, they must be transferred or
demonstrated.

4. In his class, Teacher M always presents

principles and values so as to encourage his
students to examine them and decide for
themselves whether to accept them or not.
What kind of philosophy does he practice?
A. Idealism C. Humanism
B. Essentialism D. Existentialism
RATIONALIZATION: D - Existentialism.
Existentialism is a philosophy that
emphasizes subjectivity, freedom and
responsibility.

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 C. Empiricist
B. Realist D. Pragmatist
RATIONALIZATION: C -Empiricism. Empiricism
upholds that the only source of knowledge is
the senses and sense-based experience.

6. Teacher K views her pupils as unique, free

choosing, and responsible individuals. She
plans activities where the pupil can develop
his unique personality. What theory underlies
this nature of the pupil?
A. Realism C. Existentialism
B. Essentialism D. Progressivism
RATIONALIZATION: C. Existentialism.
Existentialism is the philosophy of subjectivity
of self hood whose fundamental doctrine
proclaims man’s freedom in the
accomplishment of his destiny. In this case,
emphasis is given on the students rather than
on the curriculum content.

7. "Learning is the process of retrieving prior

learning", this is a statement from _. A.
Constructivist C. Progressivist
B. Reconstructivist 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 C. Epicureanism
B. Hedonism D. Empiricism
RATIONALIZATION: B. Hedonism.
Epicureanism is just a form of Hedonism.
Hedonism is the general, Epicureanism is the
specific. Always select the general answer.

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 C. Humanism
B. Reconstructivism D. Existentialism
RATIONALIZATION: A. Constructivism.
Constructivism is a philosophy of learning
which asserts that reality does not exist
outside the human conceptions. It is the
individual who construct reality by reflecting
on his own experience and gives meaning to
it.

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 C. Essentialism
B. Progressivism 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 C. Perennialism
B. Existentialism D. Humanism
RATIONALIZATION: B. Existentialism.
Existentialism is the philosophy of subjectivity
of selfhood
and proclaims man’s freedom in the
accomplishment of his destiny.

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 C. Progressivism
B. Perennialism D. Humanism
RATIONALIZATION: C. Progressivism.
Progressivism connotes change, growth and
development. It is an active form of
philosophy for it continues to evolve.

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 C. Realism
B. Perennialism D. Existentialism
RATIONALIZATION: A. Humanism. Humanism
is a philosophy that stresses to “live life to
the fullest”.

14. Teacher X is a very dedicated teacher in

the nursery. Her foremost concern is for
students to learn how to adapt themselves in
the environment. This shows that Teacher X
upholds what kind of philosophy?
A. Naturalism C. Progressivism
B. Pragmatism D. Rationalism
RATIONALIZATION: A. Naturalism. Naturalism
aims to unfold the child’s potential, not to
prepare him for a definite vocation or social
position but to prepare him to adapt to the
changing times and needs.

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 C. Nationalism
B. Idealism D. Constructivism
RATIONALIZATION: B. Idealism. Idealism is a
philosophy which asserts that what’s in the
mind is the only reality. In this situation, the
teacher inspires his/her students through the
values that he/she possessed. Values are
absolute are told to belong in realm of ideas.
Hence, these are considered as ideas that
exist only in the mind.

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 C. Realism
B. Idealism D. Empiricism
RATIONALIZATION: A. Progressivism.
Progressivism is a philosophy of hands of
learning or experiential learning. “Learning by
doing”. Learning is based from the questions
of one’s experience of the world. Hence, it is
the learner himself who thinks, solves, and
gives meaning through his individual
experiences.

17. Your teacher is of the opinion that the

world and everything in it are ever changing
and so teaches you the skill to cope with the
changes. Which in his governing philosophy?
A. Experimentalism C. Idealism
B. Existentialism D. Realism
RATIONALIZATION: A. Experimentalism.
Experimentalism believes that things are
constantly changing. It is based on the view
that reality is what works right now and that
goodness comes from group decisions. As a
result, schools exist to discover and expand
the society we live in. Students study social
experiences and solve problems.

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 C. Existentialism
B. Essentialism D. Progressivism
RATIONALIZATION: C. Existentialism.
Existentialism is the philosophy of subjectivity
of selfhood
and proclaims man’s freedom in the
accomplishment of his destiny.

19. Teacher H 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 skills 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
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 C. Progressivism
B. Constructivism D. Reconstructivism
RATIONALIZATION: D. Reconstructivism.
Reconstructivism covers the underlying factors
that constitute reality or society. In this
regard, students are encourage to become
involved in the problems whether political,
social, or economical that confront the society
and be able to arrive at solutions in order to
reconstruct society.