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Some Thoughts Concerning Education

John Locke
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Some Thoughts Concerning Education

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2007

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John Locke

Some Thoughts Concerning Education

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2007
Book Details
Pages

172

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Genre
Classic Fiction

British Literature

Philosophy
Setting

England • 17th century

Topic
Philosophy

Education

Politics & Government
Publication Year

2007

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Some Thoughts Concerning Education, John Locke emphasizes the importance of practical experience, moral development, and physical well-being in education. Locke advocates for personalized learning approaches, suggesting that education should nurture a person's character and intellect while adapting to their individual needs and capacities. He underscores the influence of early childhood experiences on lifelong learning.

Informative

Contemplative

Inspirational

Reviews & Readership

3.8

369 ratings

58%

Loved it

29%

Mixed feelings

14%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

John Locke's Some Thoughts Concerning Education offers groundbreaking ideas on child-rearing, emphasizing reason and experience. Positively, readers admire its progressive stance and practical advice. However, some criticize its outdated views on certain disciplinary methods. Overall, Locke's work remains influential in educational philosophy.

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Who Should Read Some Thoughts Concerning Education?

A reader interested in early educational philosophy, child development, and Enlightenment ideas would enjoy John Locke's Some Thoughts Concerning Education. Comparable to Rousseau's Emile, it appeals to those exploring foundational texts on education and human nature.

3.8

369 ratings

58%

Loved it

29%

Mixed feelings

14%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

172

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Genre
Classic Fiction

British Literature

Philosophy
Setting

England • 17th century

Topic
Philosophy

Education

Politics & Government
Publication Year

2007

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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