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It is a well-known fact that John Dewey is one of the prominent modern scholars of the 21st century. His immense contribution to the field of education in terms of development in education has not only influenced the West but also the Islamic world. Thus, this research is crucial as it studies Dewey and his beliefs in education as he has a profound influence in the field of modern education.
This particular study explores the fundamental educational philosophy proposed by Dewey. This study will elaborate on the concept and purpose of education based on his prominent work of progressive education which is Democracy And Education : An Introduction to the Philosophy of Education and The School and Society. This research seeks to make a comprehensive exploration of the concept of education proposed by Dewey. In addition, it will assist future educators in determining the true purpose of education while elevating the field of education to the status it rightfully deserves.
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To Cite this Article: Noh, A. M. M., Ibrahim, N., Abidin, M. Z. H. Z., Yaacob, H. R. M., Amin, J. M., & Hassan, A. R. A. (2023). The Concept and Purpose of Education According to John Dewey. International Journal of Academic Research in Business and Social Sciences, 13(3), 1213 – 1224.
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