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A personal encounter with psychology (1937-2002).

¹University of California, Santa Barbara, 93110, USA. kendler@psychol.ucsb.edu

History of Psychology

|March 20, 2002

Summary

Howard H. Kendler

Area of Science:

Psychology
Philosophy of Science
Cognitive Development

Background:

Influenced by prominent figures like Maslow, Asch, and Nagel.
Graduate training with Kenneth Spence.
Early research focused on the latent learning controversy.

Observation:

Kendler's career evolved from learning theory to cognitive development.
Collaborated with Tracy Kendler on extending the Hull-Spence model.
Engaged with methodological issues throughout his career.

Findings:

Kendler advocated for integrating methodology, history, and ethical considerations in psychology.
Explored the interplay between democracy, natural-science psychology, and moral pluralism.
His work highlights the importance of methodological rigor and interdisciplinary connections.

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