Beyond Freedom and Dignity. Chapter 1: A Technology of Behavior. Quote 1

Post author:B. F. Skinner Foundation
Post published:June 1, 2021
Post category:Skinner's Quote of the Day

In trying to solve the terrifying problems that face us in the world today, we naturally turn to the things we do best. We play from strength, and our strength is science and technology . . . But things grow steadily worse, and it is disheartening to find that technology itself is increasingly at fault. (p. 3)

All proceeds support the B. F. Skinner Foundation and enable us to continue our important work. Thank you to all of current and previous donors for helping us continue our mission of Better Behavioral Science for a More Humane World!

Please consider donating to the B. F. Skinner Foundation. Right now, there are ten thousand additional reasons to help us in achieving our worthy cause: Better Behavioral Science for a More Humane World! Thanks to a generous pledge, the first $10,000 in donations made during this drive will be matched. That means that your donation will make twice the impact!
Please click the DONATE button, mail in a contribution, or add a donation to a purchase you make from our store.

The newest addition to the Skinner for the 21st Century series, Science and Human Behaivor: Extended Edition, is available to preorder in hard cover! A PDF version of the book is also available.

SKINNER'S QUOTE OF THE DAY

You Might Also Like

Beyond Freedom and Dignity. Chapter 1: A Technology of Behavior. Quote 8

Science and Human Behavior, Chapter 9: Deprivation and Satiation, Quote 4

Science and Human Behavior, Chapter 4: Reflexes and Conditioned Reflexes, Quote 4