William Heard Kilpatrick
American pedagogue, educational theorist
Born
Died
1965
61 years ago — 94 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
United States
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A prominent educator and theorist, contributed significantly to progressive education in the United States. Served as a professor at Teachers College, Columbia University, where engaged in developing and promoting active learning methodologies. Authored influential texts on education, particularly emphasizing the role of experience in learning. Played a crucial role in shaping modern educational practices through the advocacy of project-based learning and experiential education. Worked with various educational organizations to implement progressive education principles across schools.
Wrote 'Project Method' outlining project-based learning
Advocated for experiential education in curricula
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