Educational Philosophy (Eğitim Felsefesi)

A set of vocabulary flashcards covering key educational philosophies, foundational theories, representative thinkers, and pedagogical roles based on the lecture material.

Perennialism (Daimicilik)

An educational philosophy based on Idealism and Classical Realism that views human nature and truth as constant and unchanging, emphasizing intellectual development, character building, and universal principles through classical works.

Essentialism (Esasicilik)

An educational movement based on Idealism and Realism that focuses on passing down essential historical knowledge, core subjects, strict discipline, mental effort, and teacher-led authority.

Progressivism (İlerlemecilik)

An educational philosophy rooted in Pragmatism that treats change as fundamental to reality, centering education on child interests, active learning, problem-solving, and continuous reconstruction of experience.

Reconstructionism (Yeniden Kurmacılık)

An educational philosophy extending Progressivism, influenced by Pragmatism and Existentialism, which positions schools and education as primary tools for social reform, democracy, and rebuilding society.

Polytechnic Education (Poli-teknik Eğitim)

An educational approach based on Dialectical Materialism and Marxist theory that combines political consciousness with technical and industrial labor training to prepare students for production in a socialist society.

Classical Realism in Perennialism

The foundational philosophy of Perennialism asserting that unchanging universal truths and moral values exist in reason and can be reached through intellectual cultivation.

Tabula Rasa in Essentialism

The view that the human mind is born as a blank slate and that all essential knowledge must be acquired through structured effort, discipline, and historical transmission.

Pragmatism in Educational Philosophy

The underlying philosophical foundation of Progressivism and Reconstructionism that treats continuous change as reality and knowledge as a practical tool for reorganizing life experiences.

Dialectical Materialism

The philosophical basis of Polytechnic Education, asserting that society progresses through material class struggles and that civilizational growth occurs through rational education and industrial production.

Robert Hutchins

A key representative of Perennialism who advocated for an intellectual, universal curriculum designed to prepare individuals for life rather than merely vocational tasks.

William C. Bagley

A major representative of Essentialism who emphasized subject-matter mastery, rigorous mental discipline, and preserving historical knowledge.

John Dewey

A primary representative of Progressivism and Reconstructionism who championed pragmatism, experiential learning, problem-solving, and democratic educational environments.

T. Brameld (Theodore Brameld)

A representative of Reconstructionism who emphasized using education to establish genuine democracy and reform social structures.

Great Books (Seçkin Klasikler)

In Perennialism, classic works across humanities, logic, mathematics, and natural sciences used to teach enduring universal truths and human achievements.

Role of Teacher in Perennialism

A virtuous, self-sacrificing, and authoritative role model who guides intellectual growth and moral character through classical study and discussion.

Role of Teacher in Essentialism

A subject-matter expert, authority figure, and intellectual leader responsible for maintaining strict discipline and ensuring complete student mastery of core subjects.

Role of Teacher in Progressivism

A democratic guide, facilitator, and helper who creates supportive learning environments for cooperative problem-solving.

Role of Teacher in Reconstructionism

An innovative agent of social change and project leader who guides students in identifying societal problems and pursuing social reform.

Role of Teacher in Polytechnic Education

An ideological leader, expert master craftsman, and guide who encourages student participation in governance and productive work.

Social Reform in Educational Philosophy

A primary objective in Reconstructionism and Polytechnic Education where schools actively address social issues, reduce inequalities, and construct a new social order.