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tell me and I wil forget, show me, and I may not remember, involve me and I shall never forgetused to emphasize the importance of active learning in contrast to simply being told or shown
ProverbWhat is the origin of the proverb "tell me and I will forget, show me, and I may not remember, involve me and I will understand" and when to use it?
The origin of the proverb "tell me and I will forget, show me, and I may not remember, involve me and I will understand" is commonly attributed to the Chinese philosopher Confucius, though its exact source is unclear. The proverb highlights that hands-on involvement leads to deeper understanding and retention, as it engages a person’s senses and encourages personal engagement with the material. It encourages an approach to learning that values experience and interaction over passive reception of information.
