LET Mock Exam ProfEd Set I
1. Which of the following is the main function of the philosophy of education?
A. Reconsider existing educational goals in the light of society’s needs C. Define the goals & set the direction for which education is to strive Philosophy of education provides fundamental purposes and guides all educational decisions. The other options are specific functions or outcomes, not the main overall purpose.
B. Provide the academic background prerequisite to learning
C. Define the goals & set the direction for which education is to strive
D. Aid the learner to build his own personal philosophyShow Answer
2. Homeroom advisers always emphasize the importance of cleanliness of the body. Children are taught how to wash their hands before and after eating. What is this practice called?
A. Followay D. Social norm Handwashing before eating is a widely accepted social norm (standard of behavior). Mores are moral norms with strong sanctions, laws are codified, followay is not a standard term.
B. Laws
C. Mores
D. Social normShow Answer
3. Which curricular move served to strengthen spiritual and ethical values?
A. Integration of creative thinking in all subject C. Reducing the number of subject areas into skills subject The answer key indicates C as correct, though this seems counterintuitive. It may refer to a specific curriculum reform that focused on values through integration. Note: The original answer key chose C.
B. Introduction of Values Education as a separate subject area
C. Reducing the number of subject areas into skills subject
D. Re-Introducing Science as a subject in Grade 1Show Answer