Task 1 (Progressive Education): Read “The Situation Made Us Special” by Brodhagen and
watch “Progressive Education in the 1940s” clip.
There are many different visions for progressive education. The following clip shows a
conception of “learning by doing” that is often associated with progressive education and John Dewey.
As you watch the video consider, what are the differences between traditional and progressive education?
How are the activities in this clip similar or different to the clip in the “Introduction” of this module? What are the potential
benefits and drawbacks of progressive education for students and teachers? Could a teacher organize similar educational
activities today? Why or why not?