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“The process of unlearning in order to relearn demands a new concept of knowledge not as thing but as a process, not as a noun but as a verb.” quote by Cathy Davidson
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“The process of unlearning in order to relearn demands a new concept of knowledge not as thing but as a process, not as a noun but as a verb.”

Cathy Davidson

About This Quote

Source Talk: "Rethinking Learning" at EDUCAUSE, 2015

Learning is a dynamic process; knowledge evolves through continual unlearning and relearning.

In simple terms: Learning is ongoing, not static.

Key Takeaway

Embrace change and view knowledge as a verb.

Themes

learning adaptation growth

Mood

reflective forward‑looking

Type

educational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • career transitions
  • skill upgrades
  • technological change

Key Concepts

Constructivism cognitive flexibility

Questions to Reflect On

  • What habits must you unlearn to grow?
  • How can you foster a culture of continuous relearning?
A Different Perspective

Unlearning can be uncomfortable and meet resistance.

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