Democracy and Education: An Introduction to the Philosophy of Education

Dewey, John, 1859-1952

About this book

"Democracy and Education: An Introduction to the Philosophy of Education" by John Dewey is a book published in 1916. Dewey argues that education bridges the gap between immature newcomers and mature members of society. Without deliberate instruction, each generation cannot inherit the knowledge, customs, and skills necessary to sustain civilization. As societies grow more complex, this educational challenge intensifies. Though influential, Dewey's ideas were never fully adopted in American schools, and critics question his emphasis on occupations over aesthetic origins of thought.

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Wikipedia page about this book: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Democracy_and_Education

Author
Dewey, John, 1859-1952
Reading level
B2 · Upper-intermediate
Language
English

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