What are the influence of realism in education?



Realism has probably had the greatest impact on educational philosophy, because it is the foundation of scientific reasoning. Realist educators encourage students to draw their observations and conclusions from the world around them, rather than confining themselves to an analysis of their own ideas.

What elements of realism in education do you agree with?

Essay # 4. Realism in Education:

  • The following are the chief characteristics of realistic education:
  • (i) Based on Science:
  • (ii) Thrust upon present Life of the Child:
  • (iii) Emphasis on Experiment and Applied life:
  • (iv) Opposes to Bookish Knowledge:
  • (v) Freedom of Child:
  • (vi) Emphasis on Training of Senses: