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“While every social arrangement is educative in effect, the educative effect first becomes an important part of the purpose of the association in connection with the association of the older with the younger.”

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
John Dewey

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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