Education in a Postfactual World: From Knowing to Understanding Contributor(s): Whitehead, Patrick M. (Author) |
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ISBN: 1627346856 ISBN-13: 9781627346856 Publisher: Brown Walker Press (FL) OUR PRICE: $31.30 Product Type: Paperback Published: February 2018 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Education | Aims & Objectives |
LCCN: 2017950761 |
Physical Information: 0.54" H x 6" W x 9" (0.76 lbs) 256 pages |
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Publisher Description: In this book, Whitehead argues against the fact-minded orientation of education and the practice of science. It is not that facts are unhelpful, but they have become a substitute for learning (learning is now tantamount to fact memorization). This change handicaps students by eliminating the possibility of creativity, curiosity, and critical thinking; it handicaps science by limiting the kinds of questions that can be asked and where to look for answers; and ultimately puts people out of touch with their experience. |