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Wikipedia: John Dewey
An in-depth biography of the American philosopher and educational reformer, John Dewey (1859-1952).
Constitutional Rights Foundation
Constitutional Rights Foundation: John Dewey and the Reconstruction of American Democracy
Article and activity on the ideas and philosophy of John Dewey in which students critique Dewey's methods and evaluate the relevancy of his ideas for American democracy today.
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Southern Illinois University Carbondale: The Center for Dewey Studies
The Center for Dewey Studies website was developed to provide a comprehensive resource about the life and work of the philosopher and educator John Dewey.
Edutopia
Edutopia: Are You Tapping Into Prior Knowledge Often Enough in Your Classroom?
Learning progresses primarily from prior knowledge, and only secondarily from the materials we present to students, studies show. This article offers some research behind why we need to stop hurrying through lessons and take the time to...
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Wikipedia: Education Reform
At this Wikipedia site, you can find out about the history and progress of education reform. Learn what Joseph Lancaster contributed to the field of educational reform, as well as other major figures, such as John Dewey and Horace Mann....
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University of Vermont: A Brief Overview of Progressive Education
An overview of progressive education. A discussion of the beliefs that education should create cultural uniformity and the arguments against such a practice. Includes links to relevant sites and topics.
Columbia University
Columbia University: John Dewey Bio
A biographical sketch of John Dewey. Discusses his educational background, major terms associated with his career as an academic expert, and the presence of primary ethical values in his educational theories. select Dewey's name from the...
Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: Roots of the Movement
Progressivism got a push from the Populist movement, a reaction to the forgettable presidents and laissez-faire government in the Gilded Age. Find a listing of authors who wrote about progressive ideas, and see what influence populism...
Lumen Learning
Lumen: Boundless Communications: Working in Groups
A lesson on leadership styles and responsibilities of working in groups.
Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy
Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy: John Dewey
Biography and thorough discussion of Dewey's thought, with bibliography at bottom from the Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy. Divides his philosophy into theory of knowledge, metaphysics, ethics, and aesthetics, and then judges his...