Experience And Education. Illustrated
John Dewey
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Publisher:
Asimis Books
Asimis Books
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Open - No Protection
Open - No Protection
Publication Year:
2025
2025
ISBN-13:
9786178702823
Description:
John Dewey’s Experience and Education (1938) is a landmark work in the philosophy of education, offering a thoughtful critique of both traditional and progressive schooling. In this concise yet profound book, Dewey explores the vital role of experience in the learning process, arguing that education should be rooted in meaningful, structured experiences that promote growth.
Dewey rejects the rigidity of traditional education—based on rote memorization and authority—as well as the unstructured chaos of extreme progressivism. Instead, he proposes a middle path, where teachers guide students through purposeful, experiential learning, fostering critical thinking, curiosity, and continuous development.
As relevant today as when it was first published, Experience and Education remains a foundational text for educators, scholars, and anyone interested in how we learn. Dewey’s insights continue to influence modern pedagogy, emphasizing the importance of reflection, context, and the active role of the learner.
Dewey rejects the rigidity of traditional education—based on rote memorization and authority—as well as the unstructured chaos of extreme progressivism. Instead, he proposes a middle path, where teachers guide students through purposeful, experiential learning, fostering critical thinking, curiosity, and continuous development.
As relevant today as when it was first published, Experience and Education remains a foundational text for educators, scholars, and anyone interested in how we learn. Dewey’s insights continue to influence modern pedagogy, emphasizing the importance of reflection, context, and the active role of the learner.