Philosophical Foundations of Education
Philosophical Foundations of Education Introduction
According to this course’s guide, this course discusses the confluence of the Western and Eastern philosophies of education. It involves critical analysis of the different philosophies:
- Idealism
- Realism
- Pragmatism
- Existentialism
- Perennialism
- Reconstructionism
- Functionalism
Furthermore, the following dimensions of Philosophy are highlighted:
- metaphysics
- epistemology
- axiology
- logic
Philosophical Foundations of Education: Course Guide
Educational Philosophies
Dimensions of Philosophies
What's this minisite is all about
This course explores the intersection of Western and Eastern philosophies of education through critical analysis of key philosophical movements, including Idealism, Realism, Pragmatism, Existentialism, Perennialism, Reconstructionism, and Functionalism. Students will examine these philosophies in relation to the fundamental dimensions of philosophy: metaphysics, epistemology, axiology, and logic, fostering a deeper understanding of their influence on educational theory and practice.
