What is the Philosophy of Education?

Many philosophers have made a significant contribution to the philosophy of education over time in history. The philosophers' focuses have been to expound on some critical issues in education, such as the nature of education, the problems, and the aims of education. In Greece, philosophers such as Socrates and Plato developed the notion that schooling enabled children to be reasonable and value reason. Their focus was on the belief that children have different abilities, and therefore they ought to receive various sorts of education. This Utopian focus is perceived as what resulted in the development of the modern-day education system where children receive education depending on their abilities and capabilities (Lamichhane, 2018) . Latter, an American philosopher John Dewey developed an argument that education programs should be tailored to fit the individual children. 

From this point of view, Plato’s philosophy in education might not have been needed. The objective was to provide education depending on the need. John Dewey rejected the process of sorting out students into various categories. Aristotle also developed the idea that character development is critical in education, and he believed that the focus should be on fostering moral virtues. 

If Plato had not been born, the implication on education could have been significant. There could be no sorting of students, depending on their abilities. However, education could be provided depending on the individual children. The children could not also achieve the opportunity to show their interests, especially in making determinations on the ideal educational activities they perceive favorite (Lamichhane, 2018) . Without Plato's contributions, there could not be child-centered education. The impact on education for boys and girls could have been evident. Plato had little focus on the different education tailored to attain the most benefits for both genders. Another implication could have been on the aim of education. According to John Dewey, the primary objective of education is to facilitate growth. 

Reference 

Lamichhane, C. D. (2018). Understanding the education philosophy and its implications.  NCC Journal ,  3 (1), 24-29.