philosophy of education

1. ECLECTICISM
PREPARED BY: DANICA A. DUHALI

4. Eclecticism is from the Greek
“eklektikos “ which means
“selective”.

5. Eclecticism is the process of pulling
out and putting together the useful
aspect of various diverse philosophies
and forming one new philosophy of
education. It is drawing out essential
principles into one single theory of
education.

6. PRINCIPLES OF
ECLECTICISM
Respect for the child’s
personality
Education in a favourable
and congenial environment.

7. AIMS OF EDUCATION
Making the child an efficient
member of society.
Development of moral character
Promotion of good health
Skillful training

8. To prepare a person to take his
place in life
To adapt to the new environment.
Increase the ability to think ,
reason , and be creative.

9. Role of Teacher
Teacher should work to bring desirable
changes in the student.
Teacher should have knowledge of
children and their interests.
Knowledge about modern problems.

10. Teacher should be flexible
Teacher will apply new methods
according to changing age and
interest.

11. METHODS OF INSTRUCTION
Play way method
Learning by doing
Direct experiences
Drill as well as freedom to learn
Problem solving

12. ECLECTIC MODEL OF CURRICULUM
The eclectic model of curriculum design is
an approach to designing curricula that
combines different elements from various
curriculum models and theories to create a
unique curriculum that meets the needs of a
specific group of learners.

13. The eclectic model of curriculum design
draws on various curriculum models and
theories, including Tyler’s objectives model,
Taba’s model of curriculum development,
the humanistic model, the social
reconstructionist model, and the critical
theory model.

14. 1. Tyler’s objectives model
This model emphasizes the importance of
defining clear learning objectives and
aligning teaching strategies with those
objectives. Tyler’s model includes four
stages of curriculum design: identifying
educational objectives, selecting learning
experiences, organizing learning
experiences, and evaluating the curriculum.

15. 2. Taba’s model of curriculum
development
This model emphasizes the importance of
involving teachers and learners in the curriculum
development process and using a problem-solving
approach to curriculum design. Taba’s model
includes seven stages: diagnosis of needs,
formulation of objectives, selection of content,
organization of content, selection of learning
experiences, organization of learning experiences,
and evaluation.

16. 3. The humanistic model
This model emphasizes the importance of
focusing on the needs and interests of
learners and creating a curriculum that
promotes personal growth and development.
The humanistic model includes an emphasis
on self-directed learning, creativity, and
experiential learning.

17. 4. The social reconstructionist model
This model emphasizes the importance of
using education to promote social justice
and address societal issues. The social
reconstructionist model includes an
emphasis on critical thinking, problem-
solving, and action-oriented learning.

18. 5. The critical theory model
This model emphasizes the importance of
addressing power imbalances and
promoting social change through education.
The critical theory model includes an
emphasis on empowering learners to become
agents of social change and promoting
critical thinking and reflection.

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