Pragmatization
Pragmatization is the process of making ideas, policies, norms, or technologies more practical and action-oriented by emphasizing usefulness, usability, and concrete outcomes. It involves translating abstract concepts into implementable steps and adapting them to specific social, organizational, or technical contexts. While the term is used across disciplines, it generally denotes a shift from theory toward practices that can be tested, refined, and scaled in real-world settings.
Originating from the broader idea of pragmatism, pragmatization highlights the operationalization of concepts and their alignment
Mechanisms commonly associated with pragmatization include translation or operationalization of abstract ideas into measurable indicators, prototyping
Applications appear in policy, education, organizational management, law, and public health. Examples include turning theoretical models
Critics warn that an excessive focus on pragmatization can erode theoretical depth, overlook long-term implications, or