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Assessment Quote by John Dewey

“Any genuine teaching will result, if successful, in someone's knowing how to bring about a better condition of things than existed earlier.” quote by John Dewey
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“Any genuine teaching will result, if successful, in someone's knowing how to bring about a better condition of things than existed earlier.”

John Dewey

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Source Speech: Education and Experience, John Dewey, 1938

Effective teaching enables learners to apply knowledge, improving conditions beyond the original state.

In simple terms: Good teaching helps people improve things.

Key Takeaway

Teach to empower change.

Themes

education empowerment progress

Mood

inspirational reflective

Type

educational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • classroom
  • workplace training
  • community workshops

Key Concepts

constructivism experiential learning critical thinking

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does knowledge translate into better conditions?
  • What barriers prevent learning from improving reality?
A Different Perspective

Success depends on learner motivation.

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