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Education Quote by Jerome Bruner

“Learners are encouraged to discover facts and relationships for themselves.” quote by Jerome Bruner
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“Learners are encouraged to discover facts and relationships for themselves.”

Jerome Bruner

About This Quote

Source Book: The Process of Education, Jerome Bruner, 1960

Students should actively discover facts and connections themselves.

In simple terms: Learners discover knowledge themselves.

Key Takeaway

Promote inquiry-based learning.

Themes

education learning autonomy

Mood

inspirational educational

Type

pedagogical philosophical

When to use this quote

  • classroom teaching
  • self-study
  • research projects

Key Concepts

constructivism knowledge construction

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you balance guidance and discovery?
  • What supports foster independent learning?
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Some learners may need more guidance.

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