Ellen Winner - Teachers Make a Difference

The transcript discusses the influence of Arnheim, a major 20th-century psychologist of art and gestalt psychologist, on the speaker. Arnheim's teachings at Harvard and his books taught the speaker how to analyze paintings and understand children's drawings. Arnheim's feedback on the speaker's book boosted their confidence. The transcript also highlights the importance of visual thinking in research, a concept emphasized by Arnheim.

Who was Arnheim and what was his contribution to psychology?

What did the speaker learn from attending Arnheim's lectures?

Describe the relationship between Arnheim and the speaker.

How did Arnheim influence the speaker's confidence as a writer?

What was the significance of visual thinking according to Arnheim?