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Arrangements Quote by John Dewey

“All communication is like art. It may fairly be said, therefore, that any social arrangement that remains vitally social, or vitally shared, is educative to those who participate in it. Only when it becomes cast in a mold and runs in a routine way does it lose its educative power.” quote by John Dewey
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“All communication is like art. It may fairly be said, therefore, that any social arrangement that remains vitally social, or vitally shared, is educative to those who participate in it. Only when it becomes cast in a mold and runs in a routine way does it lose its educative power.”

John Dewey

About This Quote

Communication is artistic and educative when fluid; rigid, routine forms lose their teaching power.

In simple terms: Dynamic communication educates.

Key Takeaway

Foster open, creative dialogue.

Themes

communication education creativity

Mood

analytical balanced

Type

educational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • team meetings
  • classroom discussions
  • online forums
  • public speaking

Key Concepts

dialogue theory social learning

Questions to Reflect On

  • When is routine communication effective?
  • How to balance structure and spontaneity?
A Different Perspective

Structured formats can be efficient.

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