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The Reading Mind
This episode reveals why reading, our most fundamental skill, is actually an unnatural cognitive feat, demanding more background knowledge and conscious effort than we realize.
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“This episode reveals why reading, our most fundamental skill, is actually an unnatural cognitive feat, demanding more background knowledge and conscious effort than we realize.”
— Daniel T. Willingham, The Reading Mind
Reading, Cognitive Science, Learning, Education
If you've ever wondered why reading feels so effortless for some, yet remains a struggle for others, this will clarify the hidden cognitive demands, and this will help you see what to do next.
Daniel T. Willingham is a cognitive psychologist whose research focuses on the application of cognitive science to K-12 education, making him uniquely qualified to explain the intricate mental processes behind reading and learning.