We do not choose survival as a value, it chooses us.
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We shouldn't teach great books; we should teach a love of reading.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The focus of teaching should be on fostering a passion for reading rather than just the content of great books.
B. F. Skinner emphasizes that the primary goal of education should be to cultivate a love for reading among students. Rather than merely instructing them to study great literature, educators should inspire a genuine interest in reading as a lifelong pursuit. This approach not only enhances comprehension and enjoyment of texts but also encourages critical thinking and personal growth through exploration of diverse ideas and narratives.
Themes
ReadingEducationLiteratureLoveTeaching
In practice
Example use cases
A teacher could use this quote to explain the importance of instilling a reading habit in students during a faculty meeting.
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