Communication of science as subject-matter has so far outrun in education the construction of a scientific habit of mind that to some extent the natural common sense of mankind has been interfered with to its detriment.
Interpretation
Science education has advanced faster than the development of critical thinking skills, negatively impacting common sense.
John Dewey emphasizes that while science as a subject has progressed in educational systems, the cultivation of a scientific mindset among learners has lagged behind. This imbalance means that people may understand scientific concepts without developing the critical thinking skills necessary to apply that knowledge practically, leading to potential confusion and a detriment to common sense in society.
In practice
During a lecture on educational philosophy, one might reflect on Dewey's insights to illustrate the need for integrating critical thinking into science curricula.
Every teacher should realize he is a social servant set apart for the maintenance of the proper social order and the securing of the right social growth. In this way, the teacher always is the prophet of the true God and the usherer-in of the true Kingdom of God.
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The reactionaries are in possession of force, in not only the army and police, but in the press and the schools
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I should think I'm going to be a perpetual student.
If you think education is expensive, try ignorance.
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