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“All of us, from children to scientists, have difficulty accepting data that go against our firmly held beliefs. We have to restructure too much of our intellectual framework to assimilate such surprises. It is far less costly, at least for a time, to keep the framework and deny the fact.”

Quote by Eleanor Duckworth

Book:The Having of Wonderful Ideas" and Other Essays on Teaching and Learning

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Eleanor Duckworth

Eleanor Duckworth is a renowned teacher and educational psychologist. Born in 1935, she is known for her contributions to the field of child cognitive development. more

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