Luís António Verney
Portuguese philosopher and pedagogue
Born
July 23rd, 1713
311 years ago
Died
March 23rd, 1792
233 years ago — 78 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
Portugal
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Contributed to the development of educational theory and philosophy in Portugal during the 18th century. Advocated for modernizing education and emphasizing rational thought. Authored significant works that critiqued traditional pedagogical methods and promoted a scientific approach to learning. Engaged in debates regarding the role of philosophy and its applications to education, highlighting the importance of reason over rote memorization.
Wrote 'Reflexões sobre a Educação'
Influenced educational reforms in Portugal
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