Rosenthal, Robert

Robert Rosenthal was an American psychologist best known for his work on the psychology of expectations and behavior. He conducted research that demonstrated how people's expectations can influence their performance, famously illustrated in the "Pygmalion effect," where higher expectations lead to improved performance. Rosenthal's studies showed that teachers’ beliefs about students can directly affect students' academic success. His work emphasizes the powerful role of social expectations in shaping outcomes in education, research, and interpersonal relationships, highlighting the importance of mindset in achieving potential.