Donald A. Schön

Donald A. Schön was a philosopher and educator known for his work on how professionals, like teachers and engineers, learn through practice. He introduced the idea of "reflection-in-action," meaning professionals think about and adjust their approach while working on real problems. Schön emphasized that meaningful learning happens through experience and self-reflection, rather than just classroom instruction. His ideas help improve problem-solving and decision-making by encouraging people to think critically and adaptively in complex, real-world situations.