Funny Quote by Richard Saul Wurman
“The key to making things understandable is to understand what it’s like not to understand.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Information Architecture for the World Wide Web, 1998
Understanding how confusion feels is essential to explaining concepts clearly.
In simple terms: Know the learner’s confusion to teach effectively.
Key Takeaway
Teach from the learner’s perspective.
Themes
education
communication
clarity
empathy
design
Mood
empathetic
practical
Type
educational
inspirational
When to use this quote
- classroom teaching
- technical writing
- product design
- training sessions
Key Concepts
cognitive psychology
instructional design
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you gauge others’ confusion?
- What methods reveal hidden misunderstandings?
A Different Perspective
Assuming knowledge can alienate audiences.
