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“The theory of the method of knowing which is advanced in these pages may be termed pragmatic. ... Only that which has been organized into our disposition so as to enable us to adapt the environment to our needs and adapt our aims and desires to the situation in which we live is really knowledge.”

Quote by John Dewey

Book:Democracy And Education

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Democracy And Education

This seminal work delves into the intersection of democracy and education, examining how democratic principles can influence and be influenced by educational institutions and curricula. The author critically analyzes the historical and contemporary aspects of democratic education, offering insights into the development of democratic societies through education. more

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John Dewey was an American philosopher and educator, born on October 20, 1859, and died on June 1, 1952. He was a leading figure in the philosophy of pragmatism and had a profound impact on 20th-century education, philosophy, and the social sciences. more

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