Essays in Experimental Logic

Name: Essays in Experimental Logic
Author: John Dewey

By John Dewey

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The essays examine the nature and function of inquiry, arguing that reflective thought occupies an intermediate temporal stage between primary non-reflective experience and explicit knowledge. They analyze relations among thought, subject-matter, data, meanings, and objects of thought; trace antecedents and stimuli of thinking; and outline stages in logical development. A pragmatic-instrumental perspective is applied to ideas, judgment, and the control of ideas by facts, with critical discussions of realism and the problem of the world's existence as a logical issue. Several chapters apply a behavioristic psychology to clarify how practical interests and non-cognitive contexts shape cognition.

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John Dewey

John Dewey (1859-1952) was an influential American philosopher, psychologist, and educational reformer associated with pragmatism and functional psychology. He is best known for his work in education, particularly his book "Democracy and Education: An Introduction to the Philosophy of Education," which emphasizes the importance of experiential learning and critical thinking in the educational process. Dewey's ideas have significantly shaped modern educational practices and theories, advocating for a more interactive and democratic approach to teaching. In addition to his contributions to education, he wrote extensively on ethics, logic, and social philosophy, making him a key figure in American intellectual history.