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Pragmatism and Education
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John Dewey
Advocated for 'learning by doing' which influenced progressive education and experiential learning.
Charles Sanders Peirce
Developed the concept of 'fallibilism' which supports an educational approach of inquiry and skepticism.
William James
Promoted education that adapts to individual needs, recognizing the diversity of learners.
Project-Based Learning
Rooted in pragmatism, emphasizes learning through engaging projects that solve real-world problems.
Inquiry-Based Learning
Inspired by pragmatist thought, prioritizes student questioning and investigation as central to learning.
Experiential Learning
Has its roots in pragmatism, with a focus on learning through experience rather than passive reception of information.
Democracy in Education
A concept made popular by pragmatists, particularly Dewey, highlighting the role of education in preparing individuals for participatory democracy.
Reflective Thinking
A key outcome of pragmatist education; encourages students to think critically about their experiences.
Constructivism
Though not exclusively pragmatist, constructivist theories of learning align with pragmatist ideals through the emphasis on knowledge construction rather than transmission.
Social Learning Theory
While not a direct product of pragmatism, it complements pragmatist principles by emphasizing learning through social interaction.
Problem-Based Learning
Evolving from pragmatist principles, it centers on students learning about a subject through the experience of solving open-ended problems.
Progressive Education
An educational movement heavily influenced by pragmatism; emphasizes reform through educational experiences rooted in real-world problems and activities.
Continuous Learning
Under pragmatism, the idea that education is an ongoing process that extends beyond formal schooling.
Community Service Learning
Combines pragmatism with educational practices by promoting learning through active community service.
Cultural Pluralism in Education
Reinforced by pragmatist philosophy, it stresses the importance of diverse cultural perspectives within the learning environment.
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