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has been cited by the following article:

• TITLE: An Analysis of Moral Factors Regarding the Use of Masks during COVID-19 Pandemic: An Understanding Based on Dewey’s View

  AUTHORS: Wen Zhang

  KEYWORDS: Dewey, Moral Factor, Mask, COVID-19

  JOURNAL NAME: Open Journal of Social Sciences, Vol.11 No.2, February 21, 2023

  ABSTRACT: During the prevalence of the COVID-19 pandemic, the correct use of masks, as an effective protective means, was recommended by public health institutions. However, it was found in real life that this suggestion might be ignored, which cannot be simply summarized as an “immoral behavior” or “irresponsible attitude”. The author attempts to make a theoretical analysis by combining the above phenomenon with the view on moral factors proposed by John Dewey, a famous American educator. It is believed in this paper that whether masks are used or not is affected by a variety of moral factors at the levels of individuals, society and countries. Various forces should be coordinated to encourage people to take a rational, responsible attitude toward the use of masks during this pandemic.