Every great advance in science has issued from a new audacity of imagination.
Interpretation
Imagination and bold thinking are essential for scientific progress.
John Dewey emphasizes the crucial role of imagination in scientific advancements. He suggests that every significant leap in science originates from the courage to think differently and creatively, breaking away from conventional limitations.
In practice
Use this quote in a science class to encourage students to think outside the box.
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Most people say that it is the intellect which makes a great scientist. They are wrong: it is character.
A research problem is not solved by apparatus; it is solved in a man's head.
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