John Dewey

American philosopher (1859–1952), known for pragmatism.

Key Contributions:

• Developed pragmatism and instrumentalism.
• Contributed to philosophy of education.
• Influenced democratic theory.

Interacting Concepts & Works:

• Pragmatism (core system)
• Democracy and Education (core text)
• Peirce (pragmatist influence)
• James (shared pragmatist focus)
• Politics (democratic philosophy)

Record

Lived: 1859–1952

Tradition: American