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“It is a sin of the soul to force young people into opinions ... but it is culpable neglect not to impel young people into experiences.”

Quote by Kurt Hahn

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Kurt Hahn
Kurt Hahn

Kurt Hahn was a German educator renowned for his contributions to outdoor education and holistic education. He founded the Dwight School and proposed the concept of 'Education for Service', emphasizing that education should be combined with social needs. more

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