Cognitive Quote by Edwin Hutchins
“Humans create their cognitive powers by creating the environments in which they exercise those powers”
About This Quote
Source Book: Cognition in the Wild, Edwin Hutchins, 1995
States that cognitive abilities develop through interaction with designed environments.
In simple terms: Environment shapes cognition.
Key Takeaway
Design supportive contexts for thinking.
Themes
cognition
environment
design
Mood
analytical
thoughtful
Type
theoretical
practical
When to use this quote
- education
- workplace design
- urban planning
Key Concepts
embodied cognition
ecological psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How does your environment affect your thinking?
- What changes could boost your cognitive powers?
A Different Perspective
Changing environments alone may not change cognition without personal effort.
