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Why have there been so many "<complicated topic> explained to 8-yr old" posts? It's great that the gist of things can be explained (most complicated things hav
by psyklic 17y ago
Why have there been so many "<complicated topic> explained to 8-yr old" posts?
It's great that the gist of things can be explained (most complicated things have simple premises), but the devil's in the details!
- pmichaud 17y agoBecause offering a simple, intuitive explanation that doesn't skimp on details is a hallmark of expertise, and the holy grail of education. We like it because it works, and because it's a show of craftsmanship. Very much like hacking, I suppose.
- snowbird122 17y agoThat first sentence is beautiful. Well said.