This document discusses the philosophy of realism in education. It begins by noting that Aristotle is considered the father of realism. Realism took on new importance with the contributions of John Locke. Realism believes that all knowledge is derived from experience in the real world of nature, and that the universe is made up of matter and energy. Realists believe the world operates according to natural laws that can be discovered through scientific methods. Realism focuses education on equipping students with skills to understand and master the physical environment, and to adjust to approved social behaviors. Realism prioritizes subjects like science and math in the curriculum.

1. PHILOSOPHY
OF REALISM
DR.MAHESWARI JAIKUMAR
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2. •Aristotle
(383-322
BC) is
recognized
as the
father of
realism.

4. • Realism took a
new impetus
with the
contribution of
John Locke an
English
philosopher
(1690-1781 AD)

5. BASIC CONCEPT OF
REALISM
• Realism is a philosophy away
from the world of ideas and is
concerned with the study of
the world we live in.

6. • Realism believes that all
knowledge is derived from
experience.
• Realism believes that the real
world is the world of nature.

7. • The realist believes that
everything that exist in the
universe is matter or energy
or matter in motion.

8. LAWS OF NATURE &
REALISM
• The realist believe the
physical world and the
universe is operated by
natural laws.

9. REALISM AND SCIENCE
• According to realism, the
realist tries to discover truth
with the help of scientific
methods.

10. • Such a discovery of truth
helps to control the
environment.

11. REALISM AND RELIGION
• There is no antagonism
between realism and religion,
although many realist opine
that religion is merely man-
made and there is no God.

12. REALISM & VALUE
• Realist believe that a thing
has an aesthetic value to the
extent it harmonizes with
beauty of nature. Realist think
that behaviour is what is
socially & rationally
acceptable.

13. REALISM & OBJECTIVES OF
EDUCATION
• There are two educational
objectives according to
realism, and they are as
follows.

14. 1. To equip the learners with
knowledge and skill needed to
understand and master their
physical environment.

15. • 2. To enable the learner to
adjust themselves to the
realities of the physical world
and to adjust with adult
approved behaviour.

16. REALISM IN EDUCATIONAL
PRACTICE
• The realist are concerned with
the systematic organization of
teaching and learning.

17. • Scientific evaluation is the
most important contribution
made by realism. Realism lays
stress on the use of
standardized tests.

18. REALISM & THE ROLE OF A
TEACHER
• Realism does not attach much
importance to the role of a
teacher. The realist does not
also give importance to the
opinion of the teacher.

19. REALISM & CURRICULUM
• The realist give importance
and priority to subjects like
physical sciences and
mathematics.

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