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Progressivism

Progressivism. By: Britany Copeland. What is Progressivism?. Progressive means “making use of or interested in new ideas, findings, or opportunities “An educational theory marked by emphasis on the individual child, informality of classroom procedure, and encouragement of self-expression”.

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Progressivism

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  1. Progressivism By: Britany Copeland

  2. What is Progressivism? • Progressive means “making use of or interested in new ideas, findings, or opportunities • “An educational theory marked by emphasis on the individual child, informality of classroom procedure, and encouragement of self-expression”

  3. Curriculum is centered around students Teacher engages students so that they develop ideas on their own Teacher is a facilitator of knowledge Students learn from each other Students work together in cooperative groups Role of student is to develop deep understandings through their own findings Progressive Students and Teachers

  4. The Purpose of Education • Progressive Educators believe that the purpose of education is to “prepare students to be lifelong learners in an ever-changing society”

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