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Edward Thorndike Psychologist

  • Gender: Male
  • Citizenship: United States
  • Born: Aug 31, 1874
  • Died: Aug 9, 1949

Edward Lee "Ted" Thorndike was an American psychologist who spent nearly his entire career at Teachers College, Columbia University. His work on Comparative psychology and the learning process led to the theory of connectionism and helped lay the scientific foundation for modern educational psychology. He also worked on solving industrial problems, such as employee exams and testing. He was a member of the board of the Psychological Corporation and served as president of the American Psychological Association in 1912.

From the lowest animals of which we can affirm intelligence up to man this type of intellect is found. intelligence

Psychology is the science of the intellects, characters and behavior of animals including man. science

Human folk are as a matter of fact eager to find intelligence in animals. intelligence

Just as the science and art of agriculture depend upon chemistry and botany, so the art of education depends upon physiology and psychology. education & science

Thanksgiving November 28, 2024

The thankful receiver bears a plentiful harvest. 32 other views from William Blake

32 other views from William Blake

Drink and be thankful to the host! What seems insignificant when you have it, is important when you need it. 6 sayings from Franz Grillparzer

6 sayings from Franz Grillparzer

For what I have received may the Lord make me truly thankful. And more truly for what I have not received. 2 quotes from Storm Jameson

2 quotes from Storm Jameson

To give thanks in solitude is enough. Thanksgiving has wings and goes where it must go. Your prayer knows much more about it than you do. 73 more quotes from Victor Hugo

73 more quotes from Victor Hugo