To make it interesting by leading one to realize the connection that exists is simply good sense; to make it interesting by extraneous and artificial inducements deserves all the bad names which have been applied to the doctrine of interest in education. This next section of the book does begin to emphasize – though in… Continue reading Book Club: Democracy and Education part 2
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Book Club: Democracy and Education part 1
John Dewey: Democracy and Education Now in many cases—too many cases—the activity of the immature human being is simply played upon to secure habits which are useful. Dewey really draws out the problem with a great deal of the educational process here – not just in the actual school system, but also the education that… Continue reading Book Club: Democracy and Education part 1
Philosophy Matters Book Club: John Dewey
Today, I’m happy to introduce yet another recurring post, the Philosophy Matters Book Club. Each week we will be looking at a short work or a portion of a book. I would love it if you could read along with us, but even if you’re not able to, my plan is to write about the… Continue reading Philosophy Matters Book Club: John Dewey