Attention Quote by Neil Postman
“Education Research: This is a process whereby serious educators discover knowledge that is well known to everybody, and has been for several centuries. Its principal characteristic is that no one pays any attention to it.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Amusing Ourselves to Death, Neil Postman, 1985
Educators often ignore obvious knowledge that has been known for ages, despite its importance.
In simple terms: People ignore obvious truths.
Key Takeaway
Highlight overlooked knowledge.
Themes
education
knowledge
ignorance
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
educational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- classroom teaching
- professional training
- public policy
Key Concepts
pedagogy
cognitive bias
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do we ignore what seems obvious?
- How can educators make hidden knowledge visible?
A Different Perspective
May oversimplify complex educational challenges.
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