Reflections on Behaviorism and Society. Chapter 11: The Free and Happy Student. Quote 5

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Post published:December 25, 2019
Post category:Skinner's Quote of the Day

“When it finds its most effective methods, education will be almost uniquely relevant to the task of setting up and maintaining a better way of life.” (p. 148)

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SKINNER'S QUOTE OF THE DAY

“When it finds its most effective methods, education will be almost uniquely relevant to the task of setting up and maintaining a better way of life.” (p. 148)

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