Question 1.
In your words, define the concept of General Systems Theory.
(5 Marks)
Question 2.
Explain the four situations when you must apply Systems Thinking. Provide a practical example
of each issue or problem.
(20 Marks)
Question 3.
Explain the three systems difficulties/complexities
examples to illustrate your answers
to educational planning. Provide practical
(15 Marks)
Question 4.
In your own words, discuss the Perennialism philosophy and illustrate how it underpins an
education system. 5 marks for explanation of perennialism and 5 marks for the illustration.
(10 Marks)
Question 5.
In your own words, describe the Progressivism philosophy and illustrate how it underpins an
education system.
(10 Marks)
Question 6.
In your words, describe the Formal Educational Management model. Your description should
include any five main features of the model.
(15 Marks)
Question 7.
In your words, describe the Collegial Educational Management model. Your description should
include the five main features.
(15 Marks)
Question 8.
Explain the stages followed when using the Delphi method as a tool in Educational Systems
Planning.
(10 Marks)
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