The Child And The Curriculum (1902)

The Child and the Curriculum is a seminal work in the field of education written by John Dewey, an American philosopher and educational reformer. Originally published in 1902, this book presents Dewey's ideas on the relationship between the child and the curriculum, and how education should be approached to best serve the needs of the child.Dewey argues that the traditional approach to education, which emphasizes rote memorization and the transmission of knowledge from teacher to student, is inadequate. Instead, he proposes a more progressive approach that prioritizes the child's interests and experiences, and encourages active learning and critical thinking.In the book, Dewey examines the role of the curriculum in shaping the child's development, and argues that it should be designed to reflect the child's interests and needs. He also explores the importance of experiential learning, and the role of the teacher in facilitating this process.Overall, The Child and the Curriculum is a groundbreaking work that has had a profound impact on the field of education. It remains a must-read for educators and anyone interested in the philosophy of education.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.