Business Quote by John Dewey
“It may be said that an education which does not succeed in making poetry a resource in the business of life as well as in its leisure, has something the matter with it.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Democracy and Education by John Dewey, 1916
Education should integrate poetic insight into everyday work and leisure, enriching practical life with imagination.
In simple terms: Teach poetry as a tool for daily life.
Key Takeaway
Blend art with work.
Themes
education
creativity
practicality
Mood
thoughtful
inspired
Type
educational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- classroom curriculum
- corporate training
- personal development
- community programs
Key Concepts
humanism
aesthetic integration
Questions to Reflect On
- How can poetry improve problem solving?
- What ways can workplaces foster creative expression?
A Different Perspective
May be hard to measure impact on productivity.
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