Aim of Education: The Pragmatic View

Discipline in Pragmatism

• According to John Dewey, discipline is a means to an end, not an end in itself.
• It is a way to develop habits of mind and character that enable individuals to act intelligently and effectively in their environment.

The Central Point in Education

• The central point in the whole educative process is the learner's own experience and the development of their own capacities.

Real Education

• Real education involves the transformation of the learner's experience, empowering them to adapt to new situations and think critically.
• It involves active learning, where learners are engaged in the process of inquiry and problem-solving.

Emphasis on Learning

• Pragmatism emphasizes the process of learning as a continuous and active process, where learners construct their own knowledge and understanding.

The Role of the Educator

• The educator's role is to facilitate creative learning, providing opportunities for learners to explore and discover new ideas and concepts.

The Basis of Teaching

• The basis of all teaching is the learner's own experience and the social and cultural context in which they live.

Truths and Principles in Education

• Pragmatism views truths and principles as provisional and subject to change, rather than fixed and absolute.
• They are derived from the learner's experience and are validated through experimentation and inquiry.

The Primary Function of Education

• The primary function of education is to prepare learners to participate in the formation of their own experiences and to make informed decisions about their lives.

Curriculum Emphasis

• Pragmatism emphasizes a curriculum that is flexible, adaptable, and relevant to the learner's own experiences and needs.

Education and Life

• Education aligns with life by providing learners with the skills, knowledge, and attitudes necessary to adapt to new situations and solve real-world problems.

The Growth of Individuals

• Pragmatism approaches the growth of individuals as a continuous and lifelong process, where learners are encouraged to take responsibility for their own development.

Educational Aims

• Pragmatism views educational aims as emerging from the process of education itself, rather than being predetermined or fixed.
• They are shaped by the learner's own experiences and needs, and are subject to change and revision over time.