History of Comparative Education

Description: This quiz evaluates your knowledge about the history of comparative education, tracing its origins, key figures, and significant developments.
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Which 19th-century scholar is widely regarded as the father of comparative education?

  1. Emile Durkheim

  2. Max Weber

  3. Karl Marx

  4. Marc-Antoine Jullien


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Marc-Antoine Jullien, a French philosopher and educator, is credited with pioneering the field of comparative education through his extensive studies and writings on educational systems across different countries.

What was the primary focus of comparative education in its early stages?

  1. Cultural Exchange

  2. Economic Development

  3. Educational Policy

  4. Teacher Training


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Early comparative education studies primarily aimed to analyze and compare educational policies, systems, and practices in different countries to identify effective approaches and inform educational reforms.

Which international organization played a significant role in promoting comparative education in the 20th century?

  1. UNESCO

  2. OECD

  3. World Bank

  4. IMF


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) has been instrumental in fostering comparative education through its research, publications, and initiatives aimed at promoting international cooperation and understanding in education.

What was the main objective of the International Bureau of Education (IBE), established in 1925?

  1. Curriculum Development

  2. Teacher Exchange Programs

  3. Comparative Education Research

  4. Educational Statistics


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The International Bureau of Education (IBE) was founded with the primary goal of facilitating comparative education research and disseminating information on educational practices and policies worldwide.

Which comparative education scholar emphasized the importance of understanding the cultural context of education?

  1. Emile Durkheim

  2. Max Weber

  3. Isaac Kandel

  4. Nicholas Hans


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Isaac Kandel, an American comparative education scholar, stressed the need to consider the cultural, historical, and social factors that shape educational systems and practices in different countries.

What was the primary focus of comparative education research in the mid-20th century?

  1. Educational Attainment

  2. Literacy Rates

  3. Teacher Salaries

  4. Curriculum Content


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

During the mid-20th century, comparative education research largely centered on analyzing and comparing curriculum content, educational methods, and assessment practices across countries.

Which comparative education scholar introduced the concept of 'convergence theory'?

  1. Emile Durkheim

  2. Max Weber

  3. Philip Foster

  4. Torsten Husén


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Philip Foster, a British comparative education scholar, proposed the 'convergence theory,' suggesting that educational systems worldwide were becoming increasingly similar due to globalization and the spread of Western educational models.

What was the main focus of comparative education research in the late 20th and early 21st centuries?

  1. Educational Inequality

  2. Gender Disparities

  3. Vocational Education

  4. Special Education


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In recent decades, comparative education research has increasingly focused on issues of educational inequality, social justice, and the impact of globalization on educational systems and opportunities.

Which international comparative education study aimed to assess educational achievement and attainment across countries?

  1. PISA

  2. TIMSS

  3. PIRLS

  4. TALIS


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA) is a large-scale international study that evaluates the performance of 15-year-old students in mathematics, science, and reading.

What is the main purpose of the Comparative Education Society (CES)?

  1. Promoting Educational Research

  2. Advocating for Educational Reform

  3. Fostering International Collaboration

  4. Developing Educational Standards


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Comparative Education Society (CES) is a professional organization dedicated to fostering international collaboration, research, and dissemination of knowledge in the field of comparative education.

Which comparative education scholar emphasized the importance of studying education in its historical context?

  1. Emile Durkheim

  2. Max Weber

  3. Nicholas Hans

  4. Brian Holmes


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Nicholas Hans, a British comparative education scholar, stressed the significance of examining education within its historical context to understand its evolution and impact on society.

What was the main focus of comparative education research in the 1960s and 1970s?

  1. Educational Planning

  2. Educational Finance

  3. Teacher Education

  4. Educational Technology


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

During the 1960s and 1970s, comparative education research largely focused on educational planning, aiming to inform policy decisions and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of educational systems.

Which comparative education scholar introduced the concept of 'dependency theory'?

  1. Emile Durkheim

  2. Max Weber

  3. Paulo Freire

  4. Ivan Illich


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Paulo Freire, a Brazilian educator and philosopher, developed the 'dependency theory,' which analyzed the relationship between education and social inequality, particularly in developing countries.

What is the main focus of the Comparative and International Education Society (CIES)?

  1. Promoting Educational Research

  2. Advocating for Educational Reform

  3. Fostering International Collaboration

  4. Developing Educational Standards


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Comparative and International Education Society (CIES) is a professional organization dedicated to promoting research, dissemination of knowledge, and international collaboration in the field of comparative and international education.

Which comparative education scholar emphasized the importance of understanding the political context of education?

  1. Emile Durkheim

  2. Max Weber

  3. Samuel Bowles

  4. Herbert Gintis


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Samuel Bowles, an American economist and comparative education scholar, highlighted the significance of considering the political context and power structures that shape educational systems and outcomes.

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