Quote by George Santayana

The great difficulty in education is to get experience out of ideas.

The great difficulty in education is to get experience out o

Summary

This quote suggests that it is a challenging task to transform abstract concepts and theories into practical knowledge or real-life experiences. Education often involves the transmission and understanding of ideas, but the true test lies in applying and translating these ideas into tangible situations. This statement highlights the need for practicality and hands-on learning approaches, emphasizing that education should not solely revolve around theoretical knowledge but must also focus on cultivating experiential learning opportunities for students.

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By George Santayana

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