EDF 1005 Module 3 Response
EDF 1005 Module 3 Response
Reading Response Assignment
The main goal of education is to equip students with knowledge and skills that will enable them to live the productive and fulfilling life while also advancing social justice. By understanding various educational philosophies. Teachers can gain valuable insight into their professions, identify the gaps in the student's knowledge, and or adjust the curriculum to accommodate the student's needs. Therefore, in order to ensure that students are prepared to be successful members of society. It's vital to assess what democratic education looks like, why there is a need for courage in education, how information-wisdom and wisdom knowledge are (dis)connected, what students should learn, and the learning environments that best facilitate learning.
What does/should a democratic education look like?
A democratic education does not align itself with a political party or religious viewpoint. Instead, it encourages specific values such as participation, inclusion, and free speech (Marschall, 2021). One of the key characteristics of fostering democratic education is respecting students' ideas and perspectives as members of society.
Why is there a need for courage in education and schooling?
Courage plays a vital role in education since it empowers individuals to challenge the status and advocate for change. Teachers and students alike need courage in order to question systems and address social injustices. By fostering courage, educators can transform students into resilient and ethical individuals who advocate for equality and justice.
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How are information-wisdom and knowledge-wisdom (dis)connected?
Information wisdom is the acquisition of facts and data, while knowledge wisdom is the ability to synthesize and use information to derive meaningful insight. The connection between information wisdom and knowledge wisdom is that they both highlight the essence of critical thinking. However, the increase of information in the digital age necessitates heightened emphasis on cultivating on distinguishing credible sources from misinformation when seeking out data.
What should students learn? How should they learn it? Why?
Determining what students should learn and how they should learn requires a careful analysis of the educational goals, students' needs, and societal values. A holistic approach ensures that the curriculum integrates academic concepts, life skills, creativity, and collaboration, which ensures that the student is transformed into a well-rounded individual. Educators can accomplish this by using several such as experimental learning, and inquiry-based instructions.
What actions or learning environments best facilitate learning? What actions/environments inhibit learning?
According to research, students learn better in an environment where they feel accepted, seen, and valued (The Ohio State University, n.d.). To facilitate better learning, educators should use positive language when teaching, get to know students preferred names and pronouns to make them feel seen and foster open discourse and communication in the classroom. Additionally, several factors can inhibit learning and should be avoided, such as rigid teaching practices, passive learning, and inequitable access to learning resources.
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References
Marschall, C. (2021, July 27). The Power of a Democratic Classroom. Edutopia. https://www.edutopia.org/article/power-democratic-classroom/
The Ohio State University. (n.d.). Shaping a Positive Learning Environment. Teaching & Learning Resource Center. https://teaching.resources.osu.edu/teaching-topics/shaping- positive-learning
