Is pragmatism applicable in a classroom?



       What is pragmatism? Pragmatism defines the truth and meaning of ideas according to their physical consequences and practical value. Can pragmatism be applicable in a classroom? the answer is YES. Pragmatism has great goals for a classroom and provides a great teaching method. The pragmatism goal for education is "Develop and apply practical knowledge and skills for life in a progressive democratic society." This goal  provides students with great skills for their futures. Also the teaching method suits many different students' needs. The teaching methods are  "Use of hands-on curricula, group work, and experimentation." These methods will not only teach student valuable skills, but they are also fun for students. The more fun students have with instruction the more engaged they will be and they will learn more. Another main point of pragmatism is the emphasis of practice. Students need to learn the value of practice at a young age; the more practice a student demonstrates the more success they will have.