The Principles of Education We Lack In

Enriched edition. Democracy & Education in USA, Moral Principles in Education, Health and Sex in Higher Education, The Child and the CurriculumBy John Dewey
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In 'The Principles of Education We Lack In' by John Dewey, the author delves into the importance of experiential learning and hands-on education in shaping the minds of students. Dewey's writing style is thought-provoking and insightful, drawing on philosophical theories to explain the need for a more well-rounded approach to education. This book is a seminal work in the field of education, challenging traditional methods and advocating for a more student-centered approach. Dewey's emphasis on critical thinking and problem-solving skills resonates with educators and scholars alike, making this book a must-read for anyone interested in the philosophy of education. The principles outlined in this book continue to influence modern educational practices, highlighting Dewey's enduring impact on the field. In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience: - A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works' unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions. - The Author Biography highlights personal milestones and literary influences that shape the entire body of writing. - A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader era—social currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation. - A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists. - A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different work's strengths. - Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the author's overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts. - Lastly, our hand‐picked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collection's central themes.

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GenreEducation and Learning
Length33 hrs 45 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 18, 2019
LanguageEnglish

Table of contents

1The Principles of Education We Lack In
2Introduction
3Author Biography
4Historical Context
5Synopsis (Selection)
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6Chapter One: Education as a Necessity of Life
7Chapter Two: Education as a Social Function
8Chapter Three: Education as Direction
9Chapter Four: Education as Growth
10Chapter Five: Preparation, Unfolding, and Formal Discipline
11Chapter Six: Education as Conservative and Progressive
12Chapter Seven: The Democratic Conception in Education
13Chapter Eight: Aims in Education
14Chapter Nine: Natural Development and Social Efficiency as Aims
15Chapter Ten: Interest and Discipline
16Chapter Eleven: Experience and Thinking
17Chapter Twelve: Thinking in Education
18Chapter Thirteen: The Nature of Method
19Chapter Fourteen: The Nature of Subject Matter
20Chapter Fifteen: Play and Work in the Curriculum
21Chapter Sixteen: The Significance of Geography and History
22Chapter Seventeen: Science in the Course of Study
23Chapter Eighteen: Educational Values
24Chapter Nineteen: Labor and Leisure
25Chapter Twenty: Intellectual and Practical Studies
26Chapter Twenty-one: Physical and Social Studies: Naturalism and Humanism
27Chapter Twenty-two: The Individual and the World
28Chapter Twenty-Three: Vocational Aspects of Education
29Chapter Twenty-four: Philosophy of Education
30Chapter Twenty-five: Theories of Knowledge
31Chapter Twenty-six: Theories of Morals
32The Child and the Curriculum
33The School and Society
34Chapter 1: The School and Social Progress
35Chapter 2: The School and the Life of the Child
36Chapter 3: Waste in Education
37Chapter 4: Three Years of the University Elementary School
38Chapter 4: The Psychology of Elementary Education
39Chapter 5: Froebel's Educational Principles
40Chapter 6: The Psychology of Occupations
41Chapter 7: The Development of Attention
42Chapter 8: The Aim of History in Elementary Education
43Schools Of To-morrow
44Chapter I Education As Natural Development
45Chapter II An Experiment In Education As Natural Development
46Chapter III Four Factors In Natural Growth
47Chapter IV The Reorganization Of The Curriculum
48Chapter V Play
49Chapter VII The Relation Of The School To The Community
50Chapter VIII The School As A Social Settlement
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