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.”
About This Quote
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.
Teach to empower change.
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When to use this quote
- classroom
- workplace training
- community workshops
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does knowledge translate into better conditions?
- What barriers prevent learning from improving reality?
Success depends on learner motivation.