Merlin Carl Wittrock (1931–2007) was a prominent American educational psychologist known for his significant contributions to the field of education. He introduced the generative theory of learning in 1974, which has influenced various theories related to academic motivation. He earned his bachelor's and master's degrees from the University of Missouri, followed by a PhD from the University of Illinois. Wittrock was recognized with the E. L. Thorndike Award in 1987 for his impactful work. He passed away in November 2007 at the age of 76.
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Meaning of the name - Merlin
The meaning of Merlin is uncertain but is often associated with "fortress on a lake" or "sea fortress."
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Place of Birth: Twin Falls, Idaho
Cause of Death: heart failure
Educated At: University of Missouri | University of Illinois
Occupation: psychologist
Spouses: Nancy
Children: three
Awards Received: Career Achievement Award for Distinguished Psychological Contributions to Education
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Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on January 3, 2024 | Secondary Progressions for January 3, 2024 |
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| Sun | 12 Capricorn 22 | 12 Capricorn 48 | 15 Aries 56 |
| Moon | 0 Cancer 55 | 7 Libra 57 | 8 Sagittarius 8 |
| Mercury | 17 Capricorn 59 | 22 Sagittarius 22 | 4 Taurus 34 |
| Venus | 29 Scorpio 55 | 5 Sagittarius 55 | 6 Pisces 58 |
| Mars | 15 Leo 3 | 29 Sagittarius 19 | 1 Leo 55 |
| Jupiter | 15 Cancer 40 | 5 Taurus 34 | 11 Cancer 44 |
| Saturn | 14 Capricorn 17 | 3 Pisces 27 | 22 Capricorn 56 |
| Uranus | 11 Aries 30 | 19 Taurus 21 | 15 Aries 21 |
| Neptune | 5 Virgo 36 | 25 Pisces 7 | 3 Virgo 22 |
| Pluto | 19 Cancer 57 | 29 Capricorn 26 | 18 Cancer 42 |
| Rahu | 19 Aries 28 | 20 Aries 44 | 14 Aries 32 |
| Ketu | 19 Libra 28 | 20 Libra 44 | 14 Libra 32 |
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