Focus

    Famous Logician: Alexander Bain

    Jan 9, 2013, 16:56 IST

    Alexander Bain was a prominent and innovative figure in the fields of psychology, linguistics, logic, moral philosophy and education reform.

     

    Name: Alexander Bain

    Born: 11 June 1818

    Birthplace: Aberdeen, Scotland

    Died: 18 September 1903 (aged 85)

    Deathplace: Aberdeen, Scotland

    Nationality: Scottish

    Fields: Moral Philosophy, Philosophy of Mind, Psychology, Logic, Linguistics, Education, 

    Institutions: University of Aberdeen, University of London, University of Glasgow, Anderson's University, Marischal College

    Alma mater: Marischal College (M.A. Hons)

    Known for: The Senses and the Intellect, The Emotions and the Will, Mental and Moral Science, Education as a Science, Mind

    Influences: John Stuart Mill, James Mill, George Grote, George Henry Lewes, Auguste Comte, British Empiricism

    Influenced: Charles Sanders Peirce, George Croom Robertson, William Minto, The Scottish Idealists, William James, John Stuart Mill

    Name: Alexander Bain

    Born: 11 June 1818

    Birthplace: Aberdeen, Scotland

    Died: 18 September 1903 (aged 85)

    Deathplace: Aberdeen, Scotland

    Nationality: Scottish

    Fields: Moral Philosophy, Philosophy of Mind, Psychology, Logic, Linguistics, Education, 

    Institutions: University of Aberdeen, University of London, University of Glasgow, Anderson's University, Marischal College

    Alma mater: Marischal College (M.A. Hons)

    Known for: The Senses and the Intellect, The Emotions and the Will, Mental and Moral Science, Education as a Science, Mind

    Influences: John Stuart Mill, James Mill, George Grote, George Henry Lewes, Auguste Comte, British Empiricism

    Influenced: Charles Sanders Peirce, George Croom Robertson, William Minto, The Scottish Idealists, William James, John Stuart Mill

     

    Jagran Josh
    Jagran Josh

    Education Desk

      Your career begins here! At Jagranjosh.com, our vision is to enable the youth to make informed life decisions, and our mission is to create credible and actionable content that answers questions or solves problems for India’s share of Next Billion Users. As India’s leading education and career guidance platform, we connect the dots for students, guiding them through every step of their journey—from excelling in school exams, board exams, and entrance tests to securing competitive jobs and building essential skills for their profession. With our deep expertise in exams and education, along with accurate information, expert insights, and interactive tools, we bridge the gap between education and opportunity, empowering students to confidently achieve their goals.

      ... Read More

      Get here current GK and GK quiz questions in English and Hindi for India, World, Sports and Competitive exam preparation. Download the Jagran Josh Current Affairs App.

      Trending

      Latest Education News