Child-centred & Active Learning
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In the context of progressive education, which of the following statements is most logical and accurate regarding John Dewey's principle of 'learning by doing' and the classroom structure of the 'Project Method' (later developed by W. H. Kilpatrick) based on Dewey's school philosophy?
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Progressive education is a major dimension of child-centered education pioneered by John Dewey. According to him, the school is a 'miniature society' where children construct knowledge through real-life experiences, social interaction, and 'learning by doing'.
Key Concepts:
- Child-Centered Approach: Focuses on individual interests and experiential learning.
- Miniature Society: Prepares children for democratic living through cooperation and problem-solving.
- Rejection of Rote Learning: Encourages critical thinking and active participation instead of passive memorization.
Therefore, option (b) is the most accurate and logical statement.
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