Child-centred & Active Learning
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In the context of the philosophical and practical aspects of Child-Centric Education, which of the following statements most accurately defines the core spirit of this educational system and the perspective of modern pedagogy?
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Child-Centric Education is an educational methodology that moves away from the traditional teacher-dominated approach, placing the learner's individual interests, abilities, and needs at the center.
In this system, the child is not merely a passive recipient of knowledge, but an active participant in their learning process. John Dewey, the father of progressive education, also emphasized 'Learning by Doing' and experiential learning, which form the foundational pillar of child-centric education.
- Option A describes teacher-centric education.
- Option C represents traditional rote learning methods.
- Option D restricts education to a specific group, whereas child-centric education is inclusive for all children.
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