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1916: John Dewey publishes "Democracy and Education."
His contribution to science and giving awareness to the idea of pragmatism was quite interesting. He influenced many and have given inspiration to most. The concept and idea of the book was quite interesting and have brought good ideas. Link: https://prezi.com/9wkjzeowvssn/20-most-important-events-in-the-history-of-education/
Book: Dewey, J. (1916). Democracy and Education: An Introduction to the Philosophy of Education. Toronto: Collier-Macmillan Canada, Ltd. -
Video of John Dewey's contribution to Education
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John Dewey (October 20, 1859 -- June 1, 1952) was an American philosopher, psychologist and educational reformer whose ideas have been influential in education and social reform. Dewey was an important early developer of the philosophy of pragmatism and one of the founders of functional psychology. He was a major representative of progressive education and liberalism. Uploaded by - mrcmsennis
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A summary of John Dewey's contribution to the Philosophy of Science
He was known best for his contribution to education. The philosophy of pragmatism and functional psychology were a great asset on concepts that he inspired others to learn of. Articles:
James S. Gouinlock. (October 16, 2018). John Dewey. Encyclopædia Britannica, inc. https://www.britannica.com/biography/John-Dewey
Maddux, H., & Donnett, D. (2015). John Dewey’s Pragmatism: Implications for Reflection in Service-Learning. Michigan Journal of Community Service Learning, 21(2), 64–73. -
Major Works
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