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According to John Locke, how did he propose acquiring knowledge about the world?
According to John Locke, how did he propose acquiring knowledge about the world?
- Through the senses (correct)
- Through divine intervention
- Through reading ancient texts
- Through hereditary knowledge
What method did John Locke propose for making simple ideas more complex?
What method did John Locke propose for making simple ideas more complex?
- Intuitive leaps
- Comparison, reflection, and generalization (correct)
- Rote memorization
- Divine revelation
What did John Locke oppose in terms of political theory?
What did John Locke oppose in terms of political theory?
- The constitutional monarchy
- The democratic system
- The aristocracy
- The 'divine right of kings' theory (correct)
According to John Locke, how should political order be established?
According to John Locke, how should political order be established?
What did John Locke believe about people's ability to govern themselves?
What did John Locke believe about people's ability to govern themselves?
According to Herbert Spencer, what is the significance of 'survival of the fittest' in human development?
According to Herbert Spencer, what is the significance of 'survival of the fittest' in human development?
What type of education does Herbert Spencer suggest industrialized society requires?
What type of education does Herbert Spencer suggest industrialized society requires?
How does John Dewey characterize the purpose of education?
How does John Dewey characterize the purpose of education?
In John Dewey's view, what role does the school play in society?
In John Dewey's view, what role does the school play in society?
What aspect of education did John Dewey emphasize as democratic?
What aspect of education did John Dewey emphasize as democratic?
Study Notes
John Locke's Ideas
- Knowledge about the world is acquired through experience and sensory perception, with all ideas derived from sensation and reflection.
- Simple ideas can be combined to form complex ideas through a process of association and abstraction.
- Locke opposed the idea of the divine right of kings, arguing that government derives its power from the consent of the governed.
- Political order should be established through a social contract, where individuals agree to surrender some rights in exchange for protection and stability.
- People have the ability to govern themselves and should be free to pursue their own interests, as long as they do not harm others.
Herbert Spencer's Ideas
- The concept of 'survival of the fittest' is significant in human development, as it promotes adaptation and progress in society.
- Industrialized society requires a scientific and practical education that prepares individuals for the demands of modern life.
John Dewey's Ideas
- The purpose of education is to promote democratic citizenship, critical thinking, and social responsibility.
- The school plays a critical role in society, as it prepares students for active participation in democratic life.
- Education should emphasize democratic values, such as equality, freedom, and community involvement, to foster a more democratic society.
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Description
Learn about the key principles of John Locke's empiricism, where knowledge is acquired through the senses and interacting with the environment. Explore how simple ideas can evolve into complex ones through reflection and comparison, using the inductive method.
