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The Popularization of Knowledge: John Dewey on Experts and American Democracy.
- Source :
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History of Education Quarterly . Spr 1995 35(1):27-47. - Publication Year :
- 1995
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Abstract
- Explores Dewey's concern about the potential threat to democratic community posed by dependence on experts as policymakers. Discusses Dewey's reservations and guarded support of professionalization. Contrasts his views with the democratic elitist position of Walter Lippmann. (MJP)
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 0018-2680
- Volume :
- 35
- Issue :
- 1
- Database :
- ERIC
- Journal :
- History of Education Quarterly
- Publication Type :
- Report
- Accession number :
- EJ519048
- Document Type :
- Reports - Research<br />Information Analyses<br />Journal Articles