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open education  

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  • Throughout the early 20th century, progressive educationists argued for more child-centered and educationally relevant experiences for young people. Progressive educationists were countering a system of education that was often teacher centered, didactic, and controlled. [Source: Encyclopedia of Educational Reform and Dissent; Open Education]

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