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Behaviorism rewards students for desired behaviors. I feel this philosophy would work well with small children but not be beneficial to young adults. Programmed learning allows students to progress at their own pace, and offers immediate rewards for preferred behaviors. Programmed learning would work well for young students and some young adults but should not be the only methods used in a classroom. Progressivism focuses on individuality and science. I feel this is a great way to reach students in their teens. Progressivism can be used with Programmed learning to create a very systematic and reinforcing environment. Students must have background knowledge in all traditional subjects as Math, History, Literature, and Science. If students can be reinforced and allowed to progress through these subjects I think that they will find the material both interesting and enjoyable. Using multiple philosophies of education and focusing on the needs of students is important in every classroom. Educators should not limit themselves to one philosophy but instead open their minds to all methods of reaching the students they teach. Reaching each student should be the focus of each educator not adhering to one predetermined philosophy.