Rosenthal-Jacobson Study

The Rosenthal-Jacobson Study, conducted in the 1960s, investigated the impact of teachers' expectations on student performance. Researchers told teachers that certain students, chosen at random, were "intellectual bloomers" likely to excel. At the year's end, those students showed significant improvement in IQ scores compared to their peers. This study demonstrated the "Pygmalion effect," where higher expectations from teachers can lead to better student outcomes. It highlights the power of belief in shaping educational success and suggests that positive expectations can significantly influence a child’s learning and development.