BUSI 2301 Lecture Notes - Lecture 18: Pragmatism, Social Skills, Bowling Ball
Document Summary
If life and the meaning thereof is the pillar of existence, then education is the cornerstone. Education profoundly affects human lives and influences the way we interact with one another. Education provides a foundation for children and adults to base their lives upon. Without a solid education, it becomes impossible for an individual to provide for themselves and their family. Also, well-educated people can make decisions that benefit both their own interests and the interests of society as a whole. In this paper, i will address my personal opinions and philosophy about education. First, i will address the nature of the student. Next, i will examine the nature of knowledge, followed by the purpose of public education, and method. Finally, my paper will conclude with a discussion of the curriculum areas that are most important in elementary school. Additionally, i will relate my views to pragmatism and progressivism, and to plato"s teaching three valuable theories regarding education.
