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Title: Democracy and Education: An Introduction to the Philosophy of Education

Note: Reading ease score: 47.4 (College-level). Difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by David Reed and David Widger

Summary: "Democracy and Education: An Introduction to the Philosophy of Education" by John Dewey is a philosophical treatise written in the early 20th century. The book explores the crucial relationship between democracy and education, emphasizing that education is not merely a means of individual development but a vital process for the continuity and progression of society itself. At the start of the book, Dewey discusses the foundational concept of education as an essential element of life, positing that education serves to bridge the gap between the immaturity of the young and the maturity of adults in society. He articulates that education is a mechanism of social continuity, facilitating the transmission of culture, beliefs, and skills necessary for the functioning of a community. Dewey argues that every individual is both a product of their environment and an active participant in it, shaping their experiences through interaction with others. This lays the groundwork for his exploration of how education shapes individuals in alignment with broader societal goals. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Dewey, John, 1859-1952

EBook No.: 852

Published: Mar 1, 1997

Downloads: 2531

Language: English

Subject: Education -- Social aspects

Subject: Education -- Philosophy

LoCC: Education: Theory and practice of education

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Title: Democracy and Education: An Introduction to the Philosophy of Education

Note: Reading ease score: 47.4 (College-level). Difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by David Reed and David Widger

Summary: "Democracy and Education: An Introduction to the Philosophy of Education" by John Dewey is a philosophical treatise written in the early 20th century. The book explores the crucial relationship between democracy and education, emphasizing that education is not merely a means of individual development but a vital process for the continuity and progression of society itself. At the start of the book, Dewey discusses the foundational concept of education as an essential element of life, positing that education serves to bridge the gap between the immaturity of the young and the maturity of adults in society. He articulates that education is a mechanism of social continuity, facilitating the transmission of culture, beliefs, and skills necessary for the functioning of a community. Dewey argues that every individual is both a product of their environment and an active participant in it, shaping their experiences through interaction with others. This lays the groundwork for his exploration of how education shapes individuals in alignment with broader societal goals. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Dewey, John, 1859-1952

EBook No.: 852

Published: Mar 1, 1997

Downloads: 2531

Language: English

Subject: Education -- Social aspects

Subject: Education -- Philosophy

LoCC: Education: Theory and practice of education

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.