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Reconstruction in Philosophy

By John Dewey
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This series of lectures argues that philosophy must shift from metaphysical absolutes toward a socially oriented, scientifically informed inquiry. It traces historical forces and the impact of modern science on notions of nature, experience, and reason; reconceives experience as active, organized, and socially inventive; treats ideals as methods rather than immutable goals; and reframes logic as a normative but empirical tool. It applies these reconstructions to ethics—emphasizing particularity, growth, and discovery over fixed rules—and to social thought, advocating pluralist associations, democratic freedom, and international humanism.

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John Dewey

John Dewey (1859-1952) was an influential American philosopher, psychologist, and educational reformer associated with pragmatism and functional psychology. He is best known for his work in education, particularly his book "Democracy and Education: An Introduction to the Philosophy of Education," which emphasizes the importance of experiential learning and critical thinking in the educational process. Dewey's ideas have significantly shaped modern educational practices and theories, advocating for a more interactive and democratic approach to teaching. In addition to his contributions to education, he wrote extensively on ethics, logic, and social philosophy, making him a key figure in American intellectual history.

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