John Dewey: “Socialization” of some sort--that is, the reflex modification of…”

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Socialization” of some sort--that is, the reflex modification of wants, beliefs and work because of share in a united action--is inevitable.

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John Dewey

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Dewey asserts that socialization inevitably modifies individual wants and beliefs.

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We lie, as Emerson said, in the lap of an immense intelligence.

Signs and symbols, language, are the means of communication by which a fraternally shared experience is ushered in and sustained.

Vision is a spectator; hearing is a participator.

Publication is partial and the public which results is partially informed and formed until the meanings it purveys pass from mouth to mouth.

John Dewey: “Socialization” of some sort--that is, the reflex modification of wants, beliefs and work because of share in a united…”