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Philosophy Of Education Question Paper

Philosophy Of Education

Course:Bachelor Of Education

Institution: Kenyatta University question papers

Exam Year:2007

KENY ATTA UNIVERSITY
UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS 2007/2008
FIRST SEMESTER EXAMINATION FOR THE DEGREE OF BACHELOR OF
EDUCATION
EFN 302: PHILOSOPHY OF EDUCATION
DATE: MONDAY 3RD DECEMBER 2007
TIME: 2.00 PM - 4.00 PM
INSTRUCTIONS:
Answer question ONE and any other TWO questions.
1.
a)
Distinguish between general and technical philosophical thought on education. (8 marks)
b)
By way of giving examples, show how both technical and general philosophical thoughts are reflected in the theory and practice of education in Kenya. (8 marks)
c)
Discuss the contributions of philosophy as an intellectual discipline to a student teacher. (8 marks)

2.
One of the key responsibilities of educators is to assist the students to develop values which prepare them (students) to become useful members of a society.
a)
Briefly distinguish between moral values and non-moral values. (8 marks)
b)
Explain how the Kenyan society attempts to develop moral and non-moral values in our youth through the education system. (15 marks)

3.
One of the weaknesses of the Kenyan system of education is the use of teaching approaches where pupils/students are passive and are expected to recall facts .
a)
Critically reflect on this assertion in the context of the theories of knowledge acquisition. (15 marks)
b)
Discuss the implications of a system of education that prioritizes the knowledge condition of education. (8 marks)

4.
One of the general goals of education in Kenya is individual development and self-fulfilment. Show the various ways in which the Kenyan education system has attempted to promote the growth of the whole person. (23 marks)

5.
Kenyan learners often find themselves in educational situations whereby they are only seen but not heard.
a)
Critically discuss this assertion within the context of the dialogical dimension of education. (13 marks)
b)
Explain the potential of dialogue in humanizing the process of education. (10 marks)

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