John Anderson (psychologist)

John Anderson is a cognitive psychologist best known for his research on human memory, learning, and problem-solving. He developed influential theories about how people understand and acquire knowledge, emphasizing the importance of mental processes like reasoning and information storage. Anderson's work helped shape our understanding of how the brain processes complex tasks, and he contributed to cognitive science by creating models that explain how we learn from experience and adapt our behavior. His research is foundational in understanding how the mind functions in learning and memory, impacting education, artificial intelligence, and psychology.