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Democracy and Education
Book • 1916
John Dewey's "Democracy and Education" is a seminal work in educational philosophy, exploring the relationship between democracy and education.
Dewey argues that education should be a process of growth and development, fostering critical thinking and social responsibility.
He emphasizes the importance of experience and learning through active participation, rejecting traditional models that rely on rote memorization and passive reception.
The book advocates for a democratic approach to education, where students are empowered to shape their learning and contribute to their communities.
Dewey's ideas have had a profound and lasting impact on educational theory and practice worldwide.
Dewey argues that education should be a process of growth and development, fostering critical thinking and social responsibility.
He emphasizes the importance of experience and learning through active participation, rejecting traditional models that rely on rote memorization and passive reception.
The book advocates for a democratic approach to education, where students are empowered to shape their learning and contribute to their communities.
Dewey's ideas have had a profound and lasting impact on educational theory and practice worldwide.
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in relation to his work on democracy and education.

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