Birthdate: August 31, 1874
Sun Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Williamsburg, Massachusetts, United States
Died: August 9, 1949
Edward Lee Thorndike was a prominent American psychologist recognized for his contributions to comparative psychology and the learning process. He conducted a significant portion of his research at Teachers College, Columbia University, where he formulated the theory of connectionism and laid down the foundational principles of educational psychology. Thorndike’s work extended to industrial problem-solving, including the development of employee exams and testing. His research on reinforcement theory and behavior analysis, notably the law of effect, greatly influenced the fields of behavioral psychology and education.
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