EDUC 703 Discussion

EDUC 703 Discussion

EDUC 703 Discussion: Early European Philosophy

Reflection Question: Albert Bandura’s theory of social cognitive learning places great significance on role models in learning. What positive and negative role models influenced Augustine? How did he later in life serve as a mentor and role model for others?

Explain how the printing press served as a transformational tool for literacy and the democratization of knowledge.

EDUC 703 Discussion Postmodernism

Compare the effects of World War II had on children of various European countries. What types of adjustments did schools, teachers, and students make?

Chapter 2 – Question 4
In Hippo, Augustine’s students were much more diverse than in previous settings. How so? How did this challenge Augustine’s teaching and how did he differentiate his instruction? Later, he wrote Instructing the Unlearned. What advice did he share for teachers who have classrooms including diverse learners? Which piece of advice do you see as most relevant for teachers today and why?

DISCUSSION – ATLANTIC WORLD – CHAPTERS 4-7
Chapter 4. Question 2.
Compare the invention of the printing press to the advent of the Internet. How did each influence the dissemination of knowledge?