Facts Quote by Jerome Bruner
“Organizing facts in terms of principles and ideas from which they may be inferred is the only known way of reducing the quick rate of loss of human memory.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Process of Education, Jerome Bruner, 1960
Organizing information by underlying principles helps memory retain it longer.
In simple terms: Principle‑based organization improves memory.
Structure knowledge by core ideas.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- studying
- teaching
- note‑taking
- exam preparation
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you identify core principles in new material?
- What strategies help you apply this in daily life?
May be time‑consuming for simple facts.