Existentialism is a philosophical doctrine that emphasizes human freedom and choice. It holds that existence precedes essence, meaning that humans define themselves through their actions and decisions rather than having a predetermined identity. An existentialist curriculum would give students wide options to choose from and focus on the individual to help them understand themselves as unique beings in an absurd world with free will.
4. It is a philosophical doctrine which emphasize
the freedom of human beings to make choices.
Existence precedes essence.
Humans possess free will and stand in an absurd and
meaningless world or universe.
Nature of human condition.
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9. Why teach?
- To help students understand and appreciate themselves as unique
individuals.
What to teach?
- In an existentialist curriculum, students are given a wide variety of
options from which to choose.
How to teach?
- Existentialist methods focus on the individual.
