جان جاك روسو (Jean-Jacques Rousseau) was an influential philosopher from the 18th century, known for his ideas on education, politics, and human nature. Born in Geneva in 1712, he contributed significantly to the Enlightenment movement, advocating for the concept of the "social contract," which explores the relationship between individuals and society. Rousseau's most famous works include The Social Contract and Emile, or On Education. In these texts, he emphasized the importance of individual freedom and the idea that people are inherently good but can be corrupted by society. His thoughts have had a lasting impact on modern political theory and education.