How We Think

Name: How We Think
Author: John Dewey

By John Dewey

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This work defines reflective thought as a consecutive, evidence-seeking process distinct from idle or merely imaginative mental flux and analyzes its psychological and logical elements. It traces a complete act of thinking, contrasts induction and deduction, examines judgment, meaning, and the relation of concrete and abstract and empirical and scientific modes of thought. Turning to education, it argues that schools should cultivate a scientific habit of mind by drawing on children's natural curiosity and by organizing activity, language, observation, information, and the recitation to promote reflective inquiry. Practical guidance and general conclusions outline how classroom conditions and methods can train thinking rather than rote memorization.

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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.