Children Quote by Frank Smith
“It is infinitely more useful for a child to hear a story told by a person than by computer. Because the greatest part of the learning experience lies not in the particular words of the story but in the involvement with the individual reading it.”
About This Quote
Source Book: How People Learn, 1984
Human storytelling engages listeners through personal interaction, making learning more effective than computer‑delivered narratives.
In simple terms: Stories told by people teach better than computers.
Key Takeaway
Favor human storytelling in education.
Themes
education
storytelling
human interaction
learning
technology
Mood
thoughtful
optimistic
Type
educational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- classroom reading sessions
- parent‑child bedtime stories
- community workshops
Key Concepts
Pedagogy
cognitive engagement
social learning
Questions to Reflect On
- What benefits do you notice when a teacher tells a story?
- How can technology complement, not replace, human narration?
A Different Perspective
Digital media can be engaging if well designed.
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