
Shaping Tomorrow's Education: John Dewey's Edition - 9 Books in One Volume
Enriched edition. Democracy and Education, The Philosophy of Education, Schools of To-morrow…By John DeweyLength33h 43m
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In 'Shaping Tomorrow's Education: John Dewey's Edition - 9 Books in One Volume', readers are treated to a comprehensive collection of Dewey's influential works on education. From 'Democracy and Education' to 'Experience and Education', this anthology showcases Dewey's unique writing style characterized by a blend of pragmatism and educational philosophy. His emphasis on experiential learning and the importance of a student-centered approach is evident throughout the texts, making this compilation a valuable resource for educators and scholars alike. Dewey's work remains relevant in the modern educational landscape, emphasizing the need for a holistic approach to teaching and learning. John Dewey, a renowned philosopher and educator, draws on his extensive experience in the field of education to shape the discourse on progressive education in 'Shaping Tomorrow's Education'. His groundbreaking ideas on the role of education in society and the importance of critical thinking continue to influence educational practices worldwide. Dewey's commitment to promoting democratic values and fostering intellectual growth is evident in each of the nine books included in this volume. I highly recommend 'Shaping Tomorrow's Education: John Dewey's Edition' to anyone interested in the philosophy of education and educational reform. Dewey's insights are timeless and offer valuable lessons for educators looking to create meaningful and impactful learning experiences for students.
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.
Audiobook details
GenreEducation and Learning
Length33 hrs 43 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateOct 16, 2017
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Shaping Tomorrow's Education: John Dewey's Edition - 9 Books in One Volume
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