EDUCATION (CBSE/UGC NET)

EDUCATION UGC NET

EDUCATIONAL PHILOSOPHY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is the view point of progressive educators regarding the issue of liberal vs. vocational education?
A
Vocational ends load one to degrade learning
B
All subjects should have a vocational orientation
C
Liberal arts subject should proceed vocational training
D
Vocational and liberal education should not be separated
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The progressive education philosophy says that educators should teach children how to think rather than relying on rote memorization. Advocates argue that the process of learning by doing is at the heart of this style of teaching.

Detailed explanation-2: -Vocational education is a curriculum based on developing a specific skill set that should transition the graduate into a specific job. A liberal artseducation is a curriculum based on providing a wholistic view of culture and arts with the specific goal of providing a graduate with a wider perspective.

Detailed explanation-3: -A liberal arts education primarily includes a collection of different classes and topics students can choose to take and study. A vocational route will mainly educate students on their specific intended career. Each method of education can be argued for and against.

Detailed explanation-4: -Liberal arts education transforms students into well-rounded, curious, and proactive problem solvers. It teaches how to navigate complex and unforeseen global challenges. Learning about the issues plaguing the world from thought leaders instills a sense of responsibility among students.

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