The Contemporary Relevance of John Dewey’s Theories on Teaching and Learning

Deweyan Perspectives on Standardization, Accountability, and Assessment in Education

AG Rud editor JuliAnna Ávila editor Emer Ring editor Leonard Waks editor

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd

Published:31st May '23

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Through expert analysis, this text proves that John Dewey’s views on efficiency in education are as relevant as ever. By exploring Deweyan theories of teaching and learning, the volume illustrates how they can aid educators in navigating the theoretical and practical implications of accountability, standardization, and assessment.

The Contemporary Relevance of John Dewey’s Theories on Teaching and Learning deconstructs issues regarding accountability mechanisms, uniform assessment systems, and standardization processes through a Deweyan lens. Connecting the zeitgeist of the era from which Dewey’s ideas emerged and current global political, social, and economic contexts, the book emphasizes the importance of resilient systems in reconciliating the tension between standardized assessments and individual student development. Contributors provide insights from a range of settings across Pre-K, primary, secondary, and higher education and address topics including teacher agency, voice, leadership, and democracy.

The volume will be of interest to scholars, researchers, and academics with an interest in philosophy of education, education policy and the impact of neoliberal agendas, as well as teaching and learning more broadly.

The pandemic has disrupted education systems around the world that use standards and high-stakes tests. Can global citizens use this opportunity toenvision education models that appreciate the singularity of each child, challenge each child to develop their full potential, respect the intelligence of the teacher, and welcome the involvement of the community? Yes! Drawing ideas and inspiration from John Dewey’s philosophy, these essays arrive at the right time to show how we can educate resilient, creative, and compassionate students entrusted to rebuild the world after COVID-19.

-- Nicholas Tampio, Professor of Political Science, Fordham University, author of Common Core: National Education Standards and the Threat to Democracy


The pandemic has disrupted education systems around the world that use standards and high-stakes tests. Can global citizens use this opportunity toenvision education models that appreciate the singularity of each child, challenge each child to develop their full potential, respect the intelligence of the teacher, and welcome the involvement of the community? Yes! Drawing ideas and inspiration from John Dewey’s philosophy, these essays arrive at the right time to show how we can educate resilient, creative, and compassionate students entrusted to rebuild the world after COVID-19.

-- Nicholas Tampio, Professor of Political Science, Fordham University, author of Common Core: National Education Standards and the Threat to Democracy

ISBN: 9780367621513

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 503g

324 pages