Acquisition Quote by William Godwin
“The most desirable mode of education, is that which is careful that all the acquisitions of the pupil shall be preceded and accompanied by desire . . . The boy, like the man, studies because he desires it. He proceeds upon a plan of is own invention, or by which, by adopting, he has made his own. Everything bespeaks independence and inequality.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: An Enquiry Concerning Political Justice, 1793
Education should be driven by the learner’s desire, fostering independence and personal invention rather than imposed curricula.
In simple terms: Learning thrives on personal desire.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate curiosity before teaching.
Themes
education
desire
independence
creativity
Mood
inspirational
critical
Type
philosophical
educational
When to use this quote
- homeschooling
- project‑based learning
- adult education
- skill workshops
Key Concepts
intrinsic motivation
self‑directed learning
personal agency
Questions to Reflect On
- How can desire be sparked in reluctant learners?
- What role should guidance play?
A Different Perspective
May be impractical where basic literacy is lacking.
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