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Project method is based on whose pragmatic philosophy?

Project method is based on whose pragmatic philosophy? Correct Answer John Dewy

Educational philosophy is a definite set of principles which formulates the objectives of education.

  • It outlines the type of education imparted in a particular way to find solutions to educational problems.
  • There are different kinds of philosophies in education and 'pragmatism' is one of them.

Key Points

Project method of teaching is developed on the basis of Pragmatic/Pragmatism Philosophy. 

Let's Understand in Brief:

Pragmatic Philosophy
  • The pragmatism philosophy of education was first founded by 'Charles Sanders Peirce' and was later described in detail by 'William James' and 'John Dewey'.
  • This educational philosophy emphasizes that learning by doing ensures the development of self-learning skills, emotional growth, etc. 
Project method of teaching
  • Project teaching method is associated with John Dewey as first it was originated by John Dewey and was later popularized by W.H. Killpatrick.  
  • The Project method emphasizes active learning by association and mutual co-operation of a group of peers to complete a specific project effectively.

 

Hence, it could be concluded that the Project method is based on John Dewy's pragmatic philosophy. 

Additional Information

Other philosophies in education:

 

Naturalism
  • The naturalism philosophy of education was propounded by 'Rousseau'.
  • This educational philosophy emphasizes involving learners in such activities which provides them an opportunity for self-education and self-expression.

 

Realism
  • The realism philosophy of education was propounded by 'Aristotle'.
  • This educational philosophy emphasizes that education should be given in a way so that it could make a child able to learn and observe from real-life experiences.
Idealism
  • The idealism philosophy of education was propounded by 'Plato'.
  • This educational philosophy emphasizes that education should be universal and should develop a child's fullest potential both educationally and morally.

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