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The Aims of Education and Other Essays

Alfred North Whitehead

The Aims of Education and Other Essays

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1929

Book Brief

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Alfred North Whitehead

The Aims of Education and Other Essays

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1929
Book Details
Pages

175

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Genre
Classic Fiction

•

British Literature

•

Philosophy
Setting

1920s

Topic
Philosophy

•

Education

•

Science & Nature
First Publication Year

1929

Publisher

Free Press (NY)

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In The Aims of Education and Other Essays, Alfred North Whitehead explores educational philosophy, emphasizing creativity, the integration of knowledge, and the development of critical thinking. Whitehead advocates for a dynamic, evolving approach to education that empowers individuals to appreciate the interconnectedness of learning and life, encouraging adaptability and intellectual growth.

Informative

Contemplative

Inspirational

Challenging

Reviews & Readership

4.0

301 ratings

69%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Aims of Education and Other Essays by Alfred North Whitehead is praised for its insightful exploration of educational philosophy, emphasizing creativity and critical thinking. It challenges conventional methods, inspiring readers to rethink pedagogy. Critics note its dense prose, which can be daunting for some. Overall, it's valued for its profound intellectual contributions.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Aims of Education and Other Essays?

Readers who appreciate The Aims of Education and Other Essays are typically intellectuals or educators interested in philosophical discussions about education's role and purpose. Fans of John Dewey's Democracy and Education or Mortimer J. Adler's The Paideia Proposal would likely enjoy Whitehead's insights.

4.0

301 ratings

69%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

175

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Genre
Classic Fiction

•

British Literature

•

Philosophy
Setting

1920s

Topic
Philosophy

•

Education

•

Science & Nature
First Publication Year

1929

Publisher

Free Press (NY)

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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