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“Teaching is a very effective way to get children to learn something specific - this tube squeaks, say, or a squish then a press then a pull causes the music to play. But it also makes children less likely to discover unexpected information and to draw unexpected conclusions.”

Quote by Alison Gopnik

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Alison Gopnik is a distinguished writer and psychologist specializing in developmental psychology, with a focus on child development and the science of learning. Born on June 16, 1955, she has made substantial contributions to the field of developmental psychology, offering insights into how children learn and think. more

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