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Task 5: Reflection on REALISM

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  REALISM is a philosophical doctrine which holds the view that material objects are independent of the human mind and thus exist on their own. This is the complete opposite of Idealism which suggests that reality resides in the mind and that ideas not material objects are real. For realists however, reality of any material exists in the external world independent of human mind which they term concrete reality. Realism believes the real exist in the sensible world which can be known through experience. Thus, things that aren’t experienced or observed are not real. The aim of realism is to acquaint learners with nature and social environment, develop their senses, as well as their physical and mental power. It also aims to prepare learners for real life, provide understanding of the material world through inquiry. Thus, realist curriculum is developed based on utility and needs of learners. It includes subjects containing day to day activities like natural science, physical scienc...
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Task 4: Reflection on IDEALISM

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  1. How is idealism applied in our educational setting today? IDEALISM is a philosophical doctrine that suggests ideas are the only reality. Meaning, this philosophical view claims that reality resides in the mind alone; mind is the essence of reality and that ideas are the only permanent reality. From these definitions, we can say that idealism gives primary emphasis on the use of the mind, brain, and thinking as the fountain from where ideas are formed. Our educational setting is also influence by this philosophical view. For idealism, curriculum should focus on broad concepts, abstract ones, rather than specific skills. There are some areas of our curriculum that are broad and abstract. These concepts are there to train learners to think and use their cognition. Idealist education is not concerned primarily with turning out students with occupational and technical skills, rather give them a wider understanding of the world they live. In our educational system, students are ...
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Task 3. Reflection on Plato's Allegory of the Cave

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               Plato's Allegory of the Cave centers on understanding the effect of learning and how knowledge lead us out of obscurity. In his parable, he started by letting us imagine people living in a cave deep underground. Such cavern where the humans are situated, has a mouth that opens to the light above with a passage that exists from this all the way down to the people. He added that these people have lived in such situation from infancy, with their legs and necks bound in chains. The mere reason why they cannot move. All they  can do is stare directly forward, as the chains stop them from turning their heads around. He also added that far above and behind them blazes a great fire. Between this fire and the captives, a low partition is erected along a path, something like puppeteers use to conceal themselves during their shows. So basically, these captives lived in darkness all their lives. In the cave, their only truth are...
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Task 2: Get to Know Me: 5 Big Questions of Life

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  1. Where did I come from?         - I am from an economically challenged community, a small barangay in the town of Santa Fe, Leyte. I was riased by a poor family with a very complicated background. Despite all these, I am proud of where I came from. All the hardships, failures and struggles I've been through molded me to the person I am today.  2. Who am I?         - I am a person who values family so much. Everything that I do and every life decisions that I make is always for the betterment of my family. I am also someone who puts great importance to Education. I believe that education is the gateway in eradicating poverty and fighting ignorance. It helps us make wise decisions and equip us with the power to make a difference in the lives of many.  3. Why am I here?            - I strongly believe I am where I am today  because I was destined to do what I do. I am an  educator that c...
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Task 1: My Life in a Nutshell

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  I can still recall back when I was still a little child, I was full of dreams and aspirations. Growing up in an economically deprived family, I immediately realized how difficult life is. I knew from then on that I have to do my best to create a better life for myself and my family. I started by taking my studies seriously. I would always make sure to have a medal of honor at the end of every academic year.           I was very determined and full of hope from elementary until high school. When I finished my secondary education, I was really hoping I could continue my tertiary education in one of the universities in Leyte. Unfortunately, it didn't happen. Despite graduating with honors, I was not given the opportunity to study in college. During those times, my hopes and dreams all collapsed. I spent 3 years of my life without any direction. I was lost and don't know what to do and where to go.            One day, an opp...
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