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From Source to Recipient: Tracing the Journey of Lost Knowledge in Transfer Process

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The process of knowledge transfer, while vital for education, is not without its challenges. The transmission of knowledge from its source, such as a book, to its final recipient, the student, can lead to the loss of certain elements along the way. This phenomenon is rooted in the inherent limitations of human transferring mechanism. Learning from the Teacher Explore the concept of information loss during knowledge transfer, where details and nuances may be diluted or distorted as knowledge moves from its source to learners. Knowledge Transfer to Teacher’s Brain When knowledge is transferred from a book to a teacher's brain, a certain degree of compression, modulation and simplification can occur. As the teacher comprehends the material, interprets concepts and prepares to convey them to students, nuances may be inadvertently omitted, leading to the potential loss of detail or depth. The teacher's cognitive biases, understanding and communication skills can influence how infor...