Sidney Pressey

Sidney Pressey

researcher United States

Sidney Pressey was an American educator and researcher at Ohio State University, who in 1924 invented the teaching machine, a device designed to enhance educational experiences by providing automated instruction and rewards. Despite initial enthusiasm, the teaching machine did not revolutionize education as anticipated and now resides in the National Museum of American History.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
151,073
Power
1,074$
Sentiment
5.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Brazil 1 5.00 0.07% +0% 211,049,527 151,073 $1,500,000 1,074$
Totals 1 211,049,527 151,073 $1,500,000 1,074$
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Brazil Brazil: Sidney Pressey invented a teaching machine in 1924 that aimed to replace teachers with a low-cost educational experience. 5

O Globo: Novas tecnologias podem ajudar aprendizado, mas não substituem professor na sala de aula