Roger C. Schank
Roger C. Schank was a prominent American artificial intelligence theorist, cognitive psychologist, and educational reformer known for his work in the field of learning sciences. He was a pioneer in the development of artificial intelligence and cognitive psychology, focusing on the processes of human learning and memory. Schank was also an advocate for educational reform, emphasizing the importance of experiential learning and critical thinking.
Books
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1. Teaching Minds
How Cognitive Science Can Save Our Schools
This insightful book delves into the intricacies of the educational system, challenging traditional teaching methods and advocating for a more dynamic approach to learning. It emphasizes the importance of teaching students how to think critically and solve problems rather than merely memorizing facts. By exploring real-world applications and encouraging experiential learning, the book argues for a shift towards education that prepares students for the complexities of modern life. Through engaging examples and thought-provoking analysis, it offers a compelling vision for transforming how we educate future generations.
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2. Tell Me A Story
Narrative and Intelligence
Arguing that human intelligence is fundamentally story-driven, this book explains how we store experiences as narratives, index them for later retrieval, and use them to interpret new situations. It contrasts case-based, narrative reasoning with rule-based models, showing how stories guide learning, decision-making, and persuasion. Drawing on everyday and organizational examples, it proposes ways to capture and share narrative knowledge in computational systems and offers practical insights for education, problem solving, and communication.
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