Dewey's "Learning Community" Thought and Educational Enlightenment

DOI: https://doi.org/10.62517/jhet.202415313

Author(s)

Jing Zhang

Affiliation(s)

School of Education, Qinghai Normal University, Xining, Qinghai, China

Abstract

Dewey's thought of "learning community" has rich educational implication and important practical value. As a "learning community" based on different backgrounds, community members work towards common goals through communication, practice, cooperation, participation, and mutual understanding to achieve educational activity goals. It is not only an effective way to promote student growth, but also an important carrier of school education functions and a solid foundation for achieving a democratic society. To construct the "learning community", we should respect students' personal experience, guide students to construct themselves and realize the dialogue and sharing between teachers and students.

Keywords

Dewey; Learning Community; Educational Practice; Democratic Community

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