Title: Democracy and Education (Classic Reprint): An Introduction to the Philosophy of Education
Publisher: Forgotten Books
Publication Date: 2018
Language: English
ISBN 10: 144004497X
ISBN 13: 9781440044977
Binding: Paperback
Condition: Very Good
Weight: 21 ounces

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Education is the life-long work of renewing our society.

This opening section argues that living beings stay alive by turning surroundings into their own uses, and that education is the social process that keeps life going across generations. It frames education as a fundamental bridge between individual growth and collective continuity, shaping how fresh minds are initiated into shared beliefs, skills, and practices.

The book outlines how education arises from the needs of life itself, grows through social environments, and guides human development. It positions schooling as a special environment that connects personal development with the broader goals of community and culture, emphasizing the ongoing role of inquiry, experience, and thoughtful reflection in learning.

Explains why education is essential to both individual life and social continuity
Describes how environments and community shape what and how we learn
Introduces the idea that growth comes from active engagement with the world
Touches on how science, experience, and method influence education

Ideal for readers seeking a foundational view of how education connects personal growth with the life of society.

About the Author

John Dewey was an American philosopher, psychologist, and educational reformer whose ideas have been influential in education and social reform.

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