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John Dewey

Educational Reformer & Philosopher

Education & Philosophy

Signal

Region
Chicago
Industry
Education & Philosophy
Source file
profiles/chicago_profiles.md:268
Status
published

Economic impact

Founded the University of Chicago Laboratory Schools in 1896 to test progressive education methods. Emphasized learning-by-doing, experiential learning, and democratic participation in education.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia
  2. UChicago Lab Schools
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