Collectives Quote by John Dewey
“In a world that has so largely engaged in a mad and often brutally harsh race for material gain by means of ruthless competition, it behooves the school to make ceaseless and intelligently organized effort to develop above all else the will for co-operation and the spirit which sees in every other individual one who has an equal right to share in the cultural and material fruits of collective human invention, industry, skill and knowledge”
About This Quote
Source Essay: "The School and Society", 1902
Education should prioritize cooperative spirit and shared humanity over ruthless competition for material success.
In simple terms: Schools must teach cooperation over competition.
Key Takeaway
Foster collaborative learning.
Themes
education
cooperation
social justice
humanism
collective progress
Mood
thoughtful
optimistic
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- classroom projects
- community service
- policy design
- curriculum development
- team sports
Key Concepts
Democratic education
social responsibility
equity
Questions to Reflect On
- How can schools embed cooperation?
- What are risks of over‑emphasizing competition?
A Different Perspective
Balancing competition can motivate innovation; cooperation may be undervalued.
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