Review BE week 6

What is the primary focus of John Dewey's philosophy?

• • Education and experiential learning

• • Metaphysics

• • Ethics in politics

• • Aesthetic theory

In "Living Philosophies," how does Dewey define "experience"?

• • A series of disconnected events

• • A collection of memories

• A continuous interaction between individuals and their environments

• • A purely subjective phenomenon

According to Dewey, what is a key characteristic of a "living philosophy"?

• It remains static and unchanging

• • It is primarily concerned with academic theory

• • It evolves based on experiences and societal needs

• • It strictly adheres to traditional doctrines

What role does education play in Dewey's philosophy?

• • A means to transmit cultural values

• • A method for memorization and testing

• • A process for fostering critical thinking and problem-solving

• A tool for social stratification

Dewey's pragmatism emphasizes the importance of which of the following?

• • Absolute truths

• Mystical experiences

• • The history of philosophical thought

• • The practical consequences of beliefs

In Dewey's view, how should philosophical inquiry be approached?

• Through abstract reasoning alone

• • By relying on intuition

• • As a method of problem-solving in real-world contexts

• • By adhering strictly to historical texts

How does Dewey view the relationship between science and philosophy?

• • Science is irrelevant to philosophical thought

• • Philosophy is superior to scientific inquiry

• • Scientific methods and findings ought to inform philosophy.

• • They are entirely separate disciplines

Which philosopher is most closely associated with the development of pragmatism?

• • Freeman

• • John Dewey

• • Immanuel Kant

• • John Rawls

In pragmatism, what is emphasized as a key factor for organizational success?

• • Strict adherence to rules

• • Hierarchical decision-making

• Long-term strategic planning

• • Flexibility and adaptability to change

Which of the following best describes the relationship between theory and practice in pragmatism?

• • They should be kept separate to avoid confusion

• • Practice is irrelevant to theoretical development

• • Theory is more important than practice

• • Theory and practice are interdependent and inform each other