Absurd Quote by John Dewey
“That the great majority of those who leave school should have some idea of the kind of evidence required to substantiate given types of belief does not seem unreasonable. Nor is it absurd to expect that they should go forth with a lively interest in the ways in which knowledge is improved and a marked distaste for all conclusions reached in disharmony with the methods of scientific inquiry.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Democracy and Education, 1916
Students should understand evidence standards and embrace scientific inquiry, fostering curiosity and skepticism toward unsupported claims.
In simple terms: Teach evidence and curiosity; value science.
Key Takeaway
Encourage critical thinking and evidence‑based learning.
Themes
education
science
critical thinking
curiosity
Mood
inspirational
reflective
Type
educational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- classroom teaching
- research projects
- public science outreach
- media literacy
Key Concepts
epistemology
scientific method
skepticism
Questions to Reflect On
- What evidence standards should be taught first?
- How can we make scientific inquiry engaging?
A Different Perspective
Some may resist questioning deeply held beliefs, hindering learning.
