Turning Pragmatism into Practice

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Focusing on John Dewey's educational philosophy, the book critiques the conventional lecture-based approach in social studies teaching. It explores key theories such as curriculum, experience, interest, and inquiry, advocating for a shift towards a problem-and-inquiry method. The culmination of these concepts is aimed at fostering active, democratic citizenship among students, encouraging educators to embrace a more engaging and participatory teaching style.