Education

Behaviorism as a “how” of education, not a “what”

Stephen Hicks discusses Behaviorism as a set of techniques for education rather than as establishing the content of education. This is from Part 10 of his Philosophy of Education course. 1 clip: Previous: The assumption of environmental determinism. Next: 2×2 chart of techniques. Return to the Philosophy of Education page. Return to the StephenHicks.org main […]

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Tracking issues

Professor Hicks discusses the Realist approach to tracking in education. This is from Part 8 of his Philosophy of Education course. 1 clip: Previous: Theory and practice integrated: Example: High-school kids, auto mechanics, and theater. Next: Character, discipline, and liberty. Return to the Philosophy of Education page. Return to the StephenHicks.org main page.

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3 R’s, foundational knowledge and methods

Professor Hicks discusses the Realist’s philosophy’s emphasis upon fundamental knowledge and skills in education. This is from Part 8 of his Philosophy of Education course. 1 clip: Previous: John Locke on education. Next: Realist curriculum: Example: Science, math, and technology. Return to the Philosophy of Education page. Return to the StephenHicks.org main page.

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Example: Science, math, and technology

Stephen Hicks discusses the Realist approach to science, math, and technology education. This is from Part 8 of his Philosophy of Education course. 1 clip: Previous: Realist curriculum: 3 R’s, foundational knowledge and methods. Next: Realist curriculum: Example: Physical Education. Return to the Philosophy of Education page. Return to the StephenHicks.org main page.

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