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Hazardous Quote by Albert Bandura

“Learning would be exceedingly laborious, not to mention hazardous, if people had to rely solely on the effects of their own actions to inform them what to do.” quote by Albert Bandura
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“Learning would be exceedingly laborious, not to mention hazardous, if people had to rely solely on the effects of their own actions to inform them what to do.”

Albert Bandura

About This Quote

Source Book: Social Learning Theory, Albert Bandura, 1977

Relying only on personal trial and error makes learning slow and risky; observing others speeds up knowledge acquisition.

In simple terms: Learning only from personal experience is slow and dangerous.

Key Takeaway

Observe and model others to learn faster.

Themes

learning observation efficiency risk social influence

Mood

cautious reflective pragmatic

Type

educational advisory

When to use this quote

  • education
  • workplace training
  • skill development
  • parenting
  • team collaboration

Key Concepts

social learning modeling behavioral acquisition

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you balance observation with personal experimentation?
  • When is it essential to try things yourself?
A Different Perspective

Ignores the value of personal experimentation and critical thinking.

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