IMPLICATIONS OF THE THREE (3) BRANCHES OF PHILOSOPHY IN EDUCATION

PHILOSOPHY VISION MISSION OF CONTEMPORARY SCHOOLS

The THREE (3) BRANCHES OF PHILOSOPHY

ANSWERS THE QUESTION:

Metaphysics - Whats what?

Axiology - Whats good? Epistemology - Whats true?

This report concentrates on:

Implications of the three main branches of Philosophy in Education How these implications linked to Philosophy, Vision and Mission of Contemporary Schools

Metaphysics and Education

Basic metaphysical issues reveals their importance for every educational practice. It is crucial that every educational program be based upon fact and reality rather than fancy, illusion, or imagination. Different metaphysical beliefs lead to differing educational approaches and even separate systems of education. Teachers' instructional methods will differ dramatically, depending on whether they view each student as Desmond Morris's "naked ape" or as a child of God. Likewise, discipline will be handled differently, depending on whether one thinks children are essentially good, as was asserted of Rousseau's Emile, or believes their goodness has been radically twisted by the effects of sin.

 The study of epistemology deals

Epistemology and Education

with such issues as the dependability of knowledge and the validity of sources through which we gain information. Accordingly, epistemology stands with metaphysicsat the very center of the educative process. Both educational systems and teachers in those systems deal in knowledge; they are engaged in an epistemological undertaking.

 Epistemology has a direct impact upon education on a moment-by-moment basis. For example, assumptions about the importance of the various sources of knowledge will certainly be reflected in curricular emphases and teaching methodologies. Because Christian teachers believe in revelation as a source of certain knowledge, they will undoubtedly choose a curriculum and a central role for the Bible in that curriculum that differ substantially from curricular choices by public school teachers. The entire philosophic worldview of their faith will color the presentation of every topic they teach. That, of course, is true for teachers of all philosophic persuasions. It constitutes an important argument for educating our youth in Adventist schools.

Epistemology and Education

Axiology and Education

Axiology holds a central position as the foundation for the theories of Education, Art, and Ethics, which deal with how to achieve a truthful, beautiful, and good society, respectively. Axiology is the philosophical field that deals generally with the problems of value: how to judge, evaluate and recognize value. Value refers to a quality of an object that satisfies a desire of the subject that means that value belongs to the object, but must be recognized by the subject.

VISION AND MISSION

A vision statement is sometimes called a picture of your company in the future but its so much more than that. Your vision statement is your inspiration, the framework for all your strategic planning. A vision statement may apply to an entire company or to a single division of that company. Whether for all or part of an organization, the vision statement answers the question, "Where do we want to go?"

VISION AND MISSION

A school mission statement can help you decide if what they offer and the way they provide it lines up with your educational goals. Mission statement is a brief description of a school's fundamental purpose. It answers the question, "Why do we exist?" The mission statement articulates the school's purpose both for those in the organization and for the public.

VISION AND MISSION

A mission statement defines in a paragraph or so any entity's reason for existence. It embodies its philosophies, goals, ambitions and mores. Any entity that attempts to operate without a mission statement runs the risk of wandering through the world without having the ability to verify that it is on its intended course.

ARELLANO UNIVERSITY
PHILOSOPHY
As an institution of learning, Arellano University is guided in all its endeavors by an incessant search for knowledge, a passion for truth and respect for academic freedom. It does not serve any particular creed, dogma or doctrine. Its primary goal is the development of the youth in a healthy intellectual atmosphere that welcomes discussion and dialogue to the widest latitude governed only by the rights and best interests of the students and the University.

PHILOSOPHY
Arellano university
Guided by this philosophical framework, the University pursues the following objectives: 1. To promote in the faculty and students critical thinking and scientific problem-solving through the use of reason, truth and knowledge. 2. To provide opportunities for freedom of inquiry and honest research in the field of learning. 3. To assist in the transformation of the youth into productive, progressive and actively involved citizens of the nation. 4. To preserve and transmit the cultural heritage of the race and desirable Filipino values.

VISION AND MISSION

VISION: To be a model institution of learning where relevant knowledge is acquired and skills are developed in response to the needs of the global community.

VISION AND MISSION

MISSION:

To provide equitable access to learning through relevant, innovative, industry-sensitive and environmentconscious academic programs and services.

UNIVERSITY OF MAKATI
PHILOSOPHY
University of Makati was established to serve as a primary instrument in educating and training morally upright, self-reliant and community oriented citizens of Makati City. This is to ensure that those who have less in life will have the privilege of having equal access to quality tertiary education and skills training because the City of Makati can afford and is willing to provide priority funding support.

PHILOSOPHY
University of makati
Through relevant curriculum delivered by a core of professional faculty, University develops competent and computer literate graduates who can respond to the need of the Makati business community and the Philippine economy as it becomes globally competitive toward the new millennium. The University of Makati is fully dedicated to training and molding the youth so that they can assume active leadership in their chosen fields of specialization. Relative thereto, the city government, the school administrators, faculty members, and the nonteaching personnel collectively bind themselves in leading the students to live in accordance with the University vision, mission, goals and objectives.

VISION AND MISSION

VISION
We envision the University of Makati as the primary instrument where University education and industry training programs interface to mold Makati youths into productive citizens and IT-enabled professionals who are exposed to the cutting edge of technology in their areas of specialization. The University shall be the final stage of Makati Citys integrated primary level to university educational system that allows its less-privileged citizens to compete for high paying job opportunities in its business and industries.

VISION AND MISSION

MISSION
To achieve our vision, University of Makati shall mold highly competent professionals and skilled workers from the children of poor Makati residents while inculcating in them good moral values and desirable personality development by offering baccalaureate degree, graduate degree, and non-degree programs with parallel on campus social, cultural sports and other co-curricular activities.

PHIL. NORMAL UNIVERSITY

PHILOSOPHY
The changed context of education defines the kind of education that must be provided to students. PNU as an institution is declaring that todays education is primarily to educate students for personal renewal and social transformation. Education is essentially to enable students develop their potentialities to the fullest for their holistic development. There are however social impediments towards attaining such end.

PHIL. NORMAL UNIVERSITY

PHILOSOPHY
Thus, it becomes imperative that students are educated to become change agents to improve society as it manifests itself in different and expanding environments such as family, community, workplace, nation, and the world. Education for social transformation requires that students are aware of their own humanity, conscious and adequately informed of their environments and actively engaged in making themselves and their society responsive in promoting everyones well being and holistic development. The context of education described above defines the knowledge, values, and skills that students must possess to enable them to become renewed individuals and transformative teachers.

PHIL. NORMAL UNIVERSITY

VISION
PNU shall be known nationally and internationally as the primary center of excellence in teacher education and educational leadership in the Philippines and in Asia. As the established producer of knowledge workers in the field of education, it shall be the primary source of high-quality teachers and education managers that can directly inspire and shape the quality of Filipino students and graduates in the county and the world.

PHIL. NORMAL UNIVERSITY

MISSION
PNU is dedicated to developing teachers and educational leaders as valued contributors in the social transformation of the Filipino for a better world. This mission is propelled by the institutions commitments to: Quality Education and Excellence Knowledge Creation and Application A Culture of Sharing and Service Growth, Efficiency and Accountability

MANUEL L.QUEZON UNIVERSITY

PHILOSOPHY
The Manuel L. Quezon University was founded on the principle of Know Thyself. On its logo is emblazoned the words, Pro Patria et Jure: For Country and Law. From these words are implied the ideals to which the Founding Fathers committed themselves: Service to country and people Acceptance of the supremacy of the Law Untrammeled search for truth Correct understanding and exercise of human rights Wise use of freedom Academic Excellence and professional competence enriched with Christian values.

MANUEL L.QUEZON UNIVERSITY

PHILOSOPHY
From these words are implied the ideals to which the Founding Fathers committed themselves: Service to country and people Acceptance of the supremacy of the Law Untrammeled search for truth Correct understanding and exercise of human rights Wise use of freedom Academic Excellence and professional competence enriched with Christian values.

MANUEL L.QUEZON UNIVERSITY

VISION

Total quality education through excellence in instruction rendered by recognized leaders in the field of education.

MANUEL L.QUEZON UNIVERSITY

MISSION
The Manuel L. Quezon University shall contribute to nation building by turning out nationalistic, competent, educated and upright Filipinos imbued with a spirit of selflessness and committed service to society, through quality education and training that is sustainable, with particular emphasis on the acquisition of current and relevant knowledge and highly valued skills by its students, that are apropos to our countrys hopes and dreams for a progressive future for all.

MANUEL L.QUEZON UNIVERSITY

The Manuel L. Quezon University as an organization adheres to the precept: We are a people organization. We know that the future of this University lies in our hands: the Board of Regents, administrative officials, faculty and employees. We believe in the innate potential of every individual to excel and do good. As such, we shall endeavor to provide, at all times, a Christian environment that fosters good study habits, quality education, academic freedom, trust and confidence, creativity and excellence; and which recognizes as well as rewards accomplishments and hard work; and promotes teamwork, openness and integrity.

MISSION

NATIONAL TEACHERS COLLEGE PHILOSOPHY

THE NATIONAL TEACHERS COLLEGE believes in democratic education for individual responsibility and social competence. Its main purpose is to prepare Filipino teachers and personnel in the industries who are socially efficient and responsive to the needs of the Republic of the Philippines within the framework of international understanding. Hence, it endeavours to provide its students with working understanding of the nature and meaning of democracy, of the changing social milieu in which they are expected to work and live, the nature of the Filipino and his culture, and his responsibilities to the people of the region to which he belongs and the world at large.

NATIONAL TEACHERS COLLEGE VISION

As an institution, The National Teachers College envisions quality education for teacher preparation and the development of top level manpower skills, anchored on the ideals of Excellence, Relevance, Access, and Effectiveness, geared towards national productivity and world class competitiveness.

NATIONAL TEACHERS COLLEGE MISSION

The avowed mission of THE NATIONAL TEACHERS COLLEGE is to provide teachers, educators, and personnel in the industries who are equipped and responsible as individuals and empowered as well as competent to contribute to national and international endeavors.

NATIONAL TEACHERS COLLEGE

MISSION
Specifically, The NATIONAL TEACHERS COLLEGE seeks to educate and train teachers and personnel in the industries who believe in the native ability, genius and possibilities of the Filipino people; who believe in and practice democracy as a living faith and as a way of life; who can interpret, transmit, converse and enrich Filipino culture; who, with the necessary social vision, actively assist in bringing about desirable socio-economic change; who are trained not only to use their minds and hearts but also their hands and are therefore able to lead the youth in increasing numbers to participate actively and intelligently in solving everyday problems; who are equipped to guide future citizens in developing integrity of character, cultivating intellectual power, maintaining physical vigor, and nurturing spiritual strength.

Relation to P-V-M of Schools Metaphysics

Relates to Curriculum Content

Epistemology
Relates to Methods of Instruction/How we teach

Axiology
Relates to Character Education, Art and Citizenship

Relation to P-V-M of Schools

Metaphysics
Relates to Curriculum Content

Body, mind or spirit? Epistemology Relates to Methods of Instruction

Body (Is knowledge derived through the senses?) Mind (Is knowledge already present in the mind?) Spirit (Is knowledge come from authority?)

Axiology

Relates to Character Educ., Arts

Are there universal and timeless principles of right/wrong which are found at all societies at all times? Or are values relative to different cultures at particular times?