The analysis of practical skills

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Exploring the foundations of psychology in post-war Cambridge, the author reflects on the concept of skill as a fundamental unit of behavior, inspired by Sir Frederic Bartlett's work. While this perspective faced decline after Bartlett's retirement, it contrasts with behavioristic approaches that focus on stimulus-response patterns. The book argues for the importance of skills as diverse units essential for understanding human behavior, likening them to the basic elements in physical science, emphasizing their unique contributions to behavioral analysis.