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Skinner

/ˈskɪnər/proper noun
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Skinner refers to B.F. Skinner, an influential American psychologist who pioneered behaviorism, emphasizing that behavior is shaped by external rewards and punishments rather than internal thoughts. His ideas have evolved into practical applications in fields like education and therapy, though modern critiques highlight the neglect of cognitive processes in his theories.

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