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We do not learn from experience…we learn from reflecting…

“We do not learn from experience…we learn from reflecting on experience. —John Dewey,” quote by Donalyn Miller
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““We do not learn from experience…we learn from reflecting on experience. —John Dewey,””

Donalyn Miller

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Learning occurs through reflection on experience, not merely by experiencing events.

In simple terms: Reflection turns experience into learning.

Key Takeaway

Practice reflective thinking after actions.

Themes

education learning reflection experience philosophy

Mood

thoughtful inquisitive motivational

Type

educational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • classroom teaching
  • personal development
  • professional training
  • coaching
  • self‑assessment

Key Concepts

Critical thinking metacognition experiential learning

Questions to Reflect On

  • What habits help you reflect daily?
  • How does reflection improve decision making?
A Different Perspective

Reflection can be time‑consuming and may be overlooked.

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