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John Dewey: Observation of them in the light of their recognized consequences arouses reflection, discovery, invention…

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Observation of them in the light of their recognized consequences arouses reflection, discovery, invention, experimentation.
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John Dewey

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Dewey highlights the importance of observation and reflection in fostering innovation and discovery.

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