Contingencies of Reinforcement. Chapter 2: Utopia as an Experimental Culture. Quote 12

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Post published:March 15, 2018
Post category:Skinner's Quote of the Day

“Design implies control, and there are many reasons why we fear it. The very techniques are often objectionable, for control passes first to those who have the power to treat others aversively.” (p. 42)

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SKINNER'S QUOTE OF THE DAY

“Design implies control, and there are many reasons why we fear it. The very techniques are often objectionable, for control passes first to those who have the power to treat others aversively.” (p. 42)

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