Which philosophy would value student inquiry, collaboration, and real-world problem solving as central methods?

• A. Progressivism
• B. Positivism
• C. Theology
• D. Structuralism

Answer: (A)

Student-centered, inquiry-driven, collaborative learning tied to real-world problems is characteristic of Progressivism. This approach treats students as active investigators who pose questions, explore, debate, and work in teams to develop solutions drawn from authentic contexts. The teacher acts as a guide, helping students plan investigations, connect learning to everyday life, and evaluate understanding through meaningful performances rather than rote memorization. The other options don’t fit because positivism emphasizes objective, measurement-based knowledge and standardized methods; theology centers on religious beliefs rather than a classroom method focused on inquiry; and structuralism analyzes underlying systems and structures rather than guiding collaborative, real-world problem solving in education.