Alfie Kohn
14 books
About the Author
Alfie Kohn is a leading independent scholar and author renowned for his incisive critiques of traditional educational practices and parenting norms. With a background in psychology and education, he has spent decades challenging the assumptions behind rewards, punishments, and competition in schools and homes. Kohn's work emphasizes fostering intrinsic motivation, collaboration, and genuine community over coercive control, drawing on extensive research and real-world examples to advocate for more humane approaches to learning and child development. His thought-provoking books have influenced educators, parents, and policymakers worldwide, sparking important conversations about how we raise and teach the next generation. Through his writing, lectures, and articles, Kohn continues to promote progressive, evidence-based alternatives to outdated disciplinary methods.
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Books by Alfie Kohn
