Education and Pedagogy → MCQs → John Dewey → Theory
According to John Dewey, educational process has two sides: psychological and sociological. And, of these two sides, the psychological is the basis. Education, therefore, must begin with a psychological insight into the child’s capacities, interests, and habits. And, they must be translated into terms of their social equivalents – into terms of what they are capable of in the way of social service.
Thus, Dewey’s approach was truly child-centered, where the role of the teacher is of a facilitator. In Dewey’s view, the teacher should observe the interest and inclination of the students and help develop problem-solving skills.
John Dewey said, “I believe, finally, that the teacher is engaged, not simply in the training of individuals, but in the formation of the proper social life.”