Prelim Teaching Prof Rationale on LET Exam.pptx

LET Review Questions

1. 1. Which educational philosophy is most closely associated with the idea of learning through reinforcement and punishment? a) Humanism b) Constructivism c) Behaviorism  d) Existentialism

2. 2. Which educational philosophy focuses on developing a student's rational thinking and intellectual abilities? a) Progressivism b) Perennialism c) Social Reconstructionism d) Hedonism

3. 3. Which educational philosophy values sensory experience as the primary source of knowledge? a) Empiricism b) Stoicism c) Functionalism d) Essentialism

4. 4. Which educational philosophy emphasizes personal choice and self-determination? a) Naturalism b) Existentialism c) Utilitarianism d) Essentialism

5. 5. Which educational philosophy aims to cultivate moral and intellectual virtues? a) Utilitarianism b) Epicureanism c) Perennialism d) Functionalism

6. 6. What is the primary goal of Essentialism in education? a) To promote student-centered learning b) To instill essential knowledge and skills c) To encourage creative expression d) To develop critical thinking through dialogue

7. 7. How does Humanism differ from Behaviorism in its approach to education? a) Humanism focuses on external stimuli, while Behaviorism focuses on internal motivations b) Behaviorism emphasizes reinforcement, while Humanism emphasizes personal growth c) Humanism uses punishments, while Behaviorism uses rewards d) Behaviorism supports self-actualization, while Humanism supports rote learning

8. 8. What is a key characteristic of Progressivism in education? a) Emphasis on the teacher's authority b) Focus on standardized testing c) Encouragement of critical thinking and problem-solving d) Adherence to a fixed curriculum

9. 9. How does Social Reconstructionism view the role of education in society? a) As a means to transmit cultural heritage b) As a tool to maintain the status quo c) As a way to reform society and address social injustices d) As a method to develop individual talents

10. 10. If a teacher uses hands-on activities and encourages students to build their own understanding, which educational philosophy are they likely following? a) Perennialism b) Constructivism c) Essentialism d) Empiricism

11. 11. Compare and contrast Pragmatism and Naturalism in terms of their educational goals. a) Both focus on moral development b) Pragmatism emphasizes experience-based learning, while Naturalism focuses on nature and innate abilities c) Pragmatism and Naturalism both reject formal education d) Naturalism emphasizes social reform, while Pragmatism emphasizes personal choice

12. 12. Analyze the approach of Epicureanism and Hedonism towards student motivation. a) Both focus on external rewards b) Epicureanism values long-term happiness, while Hedonism focuses on immediate pleasure c) Hedonism and Epicureanism both promote ascetic lifestyles d) Epicureanism promotes academic achievement, while Hedonism promotes moral virtue

13. 13. What are the differences between Essentialism and Progressivism in their view on curriculum? a) Essentialism advocates for a dynamic curriculum, while Progressivism supports a fixed curriculum b) Progressivism emphasizes traditional subjects, while Essentialism focuses on student interests c) Essentialism supports a core curriculum of essential knowledge, while Progressivism encourages flexible, student-centered learning d) Both emphasize standardized testing

14. 14. Evaluate the effectiveness of Perennialism in modern education. a) It is outdated and fails to address contemporary issues b) It fosters a deep understanding of classical texts and intellectual traditions c) It is too focused on vocational training d) It neglects the development of critical thinking skills

15. 15. How might Utilitarianism be critiqued in an educational context? a) It places too much emphasis on individual happiness b) It ignores the needs of the majority in favor of the minority c) It focuses on achieving the greatest good for the greatest number, potentially overlooking individual needs d) It emphasizes subjective experiences over measurable outcomes

16. 16. Evaluate the role of Social Reconstructionism in promoting equity in education. a) It does not address social issues b) It reinforces existing social hierarchies c) It actively seeks to reform education to promote social justice and equity d) It focuses solely on academic achievement without considering social context

17. 17. Which educational philosophy emphasizes the role of experience and reflection in learning? a) Essentialism b) Behaviorism c) Pragmatism d) Perennialism

18. 18. Who primarily served as educators during the Pre-Colonial era in the Philippines? a) Spanish friars b) American teachers c) Tribal leaders and elders d) Japanese officials

19. 19. What was the primary medium of instruction during the Hispanic Era? a) English b) Spanish c) Filipino d) Japanese

20. 20. Which era introduced the public school system in the Philippines? a) Pre-Colonial era b) Hispanic Era c) American Era d) Japanese Era

21. 21. What was the main focus of education during the Japanese Era? a) American culture and values b) Japanese language and culture c) Spanish religious teachings d) Filipino traditions and crafts

22. 22. Who were the primary educators during the American Era in the Philippines? a) Spanish friars b) Japanese soldiers c) Thomasites d) Tribal elders

23. 23. What type of schools were primarily established during the Hispanic Era in the Philippines? a) Public schools b) Private secular schools c) religious schools d) Vocational schools

24. 24. How did the medium of instruction change from the Hispanic Era to the American Era? a) From Filipino to Japanese b) From Spanish to English c) From Japanese to English d) From Spanish to Filipino

25. 25. What was the significance of the Thomasites in the American Era? a) They introduced Japanese culture to Filipino students. b) They were the first formal teachers from America who established the public school system. c) They were religious leaders who taught Christianity. d) They were Spanish friars who focused on religious education.

26. 26. During the Pre-Colonial era, what was the primary method of education? a) Formal classroom instruction b) Written examinations c) Oral tradition and practical skills d) Online learning

27. 27. If you were a student during the American Era, what language would you likely use in your textbooks and classes? a) Spanish b) Filipino c) Japanese d) English

28. 28. To compare the accessibility of education during the Hispanic Era and the American Era. What was a significant difference? a) Both eras provided equal access to all social classes. b) The Hispanic Era limited education to the elite and clergy, while the American Era aimed for universal public education. c) The American Era restricted education to the elite, while the Hispanic Era provided universal education. d) Both eras focused exclusively on vocational training.

29. 29. Analyze the impact of Spanish religious schools on Filipino society during the Hispanic Era. a) They promoted secularism and scientific thinking. b) They focused on religious conversion and education. c) They introduced English as the medium of instruction. d) They established military training programs.

30. 30. What educational approach during the Pre-Colonial era differed significantly from the formal classroom settings introduced later? a) Use of textbooks and examinations b) Practical skills and oral tradition c) Digital and online learning d) Military drills and physical education

31. 31. Evaluate the effectiveness of the public school system established during the American Era in terms of literacy rates. a) It had no significant impact on literacy rates. b) It greatly improved literacy rates and educational accessibility. c) It decreased literacy rates by focusing on English only. d) It was only effective in urban areas and ignored rural regions.

32. 32. Assess the long-term influence of Japanese language and culture education during the Japanese Era on Filipino society. a) It completely replaced American influences. b) It had a lasting impact that is still evident today. c) Love for labor d) It eradicated Filipino traditions entirely.