We ought to teach men how to learn, rather than to teach the... - Dewey, John

This quote is attributed to Dewey, John.

"We ought to teach men how to learn, rather than to teach them all they are ever likely to need."

Dewey, John Knowledge

Philosopher-Educator American 1859–1952

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