Educational philosophies “Normative philosophies or theories of education may make use of the results of philosophical thought and of factual inquiries about human beings and the psychology of teaching, but in any case, they propound views about what education should be, what dispositions it should cultivate, why it ought to cultivate them, how and in whom it should do so, and what forms it should take. In a full-fledged philosophical normative theory of education, besides analysis of the sorts described, there will normally be propositions of the following kinds: 1. Basic normative premises about what is good or right; 2. Basic factual premises about humanity and the world; 3. Conclusions,…

Whether you are returning to school after military service or enrolling for the first time with civilian career goals in mind, there’s a lot to understand before you start your first class. While it will be up to you to start the conversations, ask questions, and make the connections, there are several resources available specifically designed to serve your needs as a veteran pursing educational goals. UNDERSTAND YOUR BENEFITS If you are qualified for the GI Bill, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) gives information online to get you started. There are multiple steps involved in applying and receiving the financial assistance you’ve earned, so take some time to review…

Until 2004, it was only offered to sub-degree education and industry training. Industry-Oriented Education has been introduced to undergraduate degrees and Master’s degrees since 2004. Definition Industry-oriented education is a method of learning from an industry perspective. With traditional technical teaching methodologies in educational environments, the conventional pathway is to build the foundation of learning through subject-based teaching of maths, physics, and science independently. Subjects based on the knowledge needed for the discipline usually follow on from this. The problem with this traditional methodology of learning is that there is no close relationship with industry requirements. Examples Students may well graduate with no industrial-oriented learning experience prior to their first…

Why choose postgraduate study? There are as many answers to this question as there are to postgraduate students. You may enjoy a certain subject and want to explore it at an advanced level, such as a Masters’s degree or postgraduate research. In a difficult economic climate, you may decide that additional qualifications will improve your career prospects, making you an asset to your employer or a better interview candidate. Many employers look for the advanced knowledge and skills of postgraduates, as well as the commitment they have demonstrated in achieving a further qualifications. Professional qualifications You may want a career where a professional qualification is vital, such as accountancy, or…