REALISM in Philosophy of Education

Plato is called the father of Idealism and the Aristotle is called the father of Realism. Plato was mathematician where Aristole was a Physician and Biologist.

Realism is the theory which holds that the existence of objects is real. So it is also called objectivism.

It holds that the things or objects are independent of the influence of the knower

1. ALLAMA IQBAL OPEN UNIVERSITY,
ISLAMABAD
ONLINEWORKSHOP -JUL/AUG. 2020
REALISM
in
Philosophy of Education
CC 8609 -B.Ed.
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Ch. M.Ashraf
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2. REALISM
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3. REALISM
INTRODUCTION
Plato is called the father of Idealism and the Aristotle is called the
father of Realism. Plato was mathematician where Aristolewas a
Physician and Biologist.
Realism is the theory which holds that the existence of objects is
real. So it is also called objectivism.
It holds that the things or objects are independent of the influence
of the knower
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4. Chief Characteristics of Realism
Existence of objects is independent of knowledge.
Qualities are inherent in known objects.
Knowledge does not affect the object or its qualities.
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5. Chief Characteristics of Realism
Knowledge of objects is direct and perceptual -true for simple
thoughts but not for complex thoughts.
objects are common:
Analytical realists say that objects are common but scientific
realists hold that the same object may be experienced differently
by different individuals.
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6. Chief Characteristics of Realism
Relation between object and thought:
It is true as per naive realists but scientific realists rejects this
theory.
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7. Aims of Education
Happy and integrated life (complete life)
Fulfillment of Human responsibilities.
Performance of activities regarding health problems citizenship,
social activities, mental activity, religious activities, professional
activities etc.
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8. Aims of Education
Achievement of complete knowledge of society.
Knowledge of definite and real objects and analyze through reason.
To enable to earn a livelihood.
To develop the qualities of determination, reason and intelligence
so that one may solve the problems of life and manfully.
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9. Curriculum
Content of utility
science subjects-Physics, Chemistry, Bio, Astronomy rather than
Art, literature, Music, Dance etc.
Demonstration, tours and actual experiences.
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10. Curriculum
Child centered curriculum.
Mother tongue ( as a medium of instruction)
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11. Method of Teaching
Students should be helped to know objectivity.
Sense organs should be involved in learning.
Practical activity.
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12. Method of Teaching
Begin with the part and proceed to the whole.
Child centered teaching/ learning process.
Experimental method.
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13. Evaluation
Based on performance
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14. School Organization:
Based on needs of society /local needs.
Co-education.
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15. Discipline
Self-discipline is a better weapon
The child should learn to control his/her feelings and desires and to
perform his/her duties. It is required to enable the child to adjust
to his/her environment. He should remain in touch with the harsh
realities of life.
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17. Difference in Cosmology
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Mechanistic concept of universe
is not adequate
Creation of universe is
purposeful
Lays stress on normative and
social sciences
Word is known through mind
Believes on mental and
spiritual aspects of universe
Believe in mechanical
explanation of universe
No purpose of universe
Lays stress on natural sciences
No importance of mind
Believes in physical and
material aspect of universe
REALISM

18. HUMANDEVELOPMENT ANDLEARNING
THEORIESREGARDING INTELLECTUAL DEVELOPMENT
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