The Clever Hans Effect: A Mathematical Behaviour Tale

Dive into the captivating tale of Clever Hans, the horse believed to be a mathematical genius in the late 1800s. Join Jose from Train Me Please as he unravels the story, exploring the claims made by Wilhelm von Osten and the meticulous investigation by psychologist Oskar Pfungst in 1907. Discover the Clever Hans effect, showcasing how animals respond to subtle cues from their human counterparts. Explore the impact on behavioural psychology and the incorporation of the double-blind method in contemporary scientific practices. If you want to [SUPPORT] the work that I do here, a fun and easy way to do so is to buy me a coffee (or a few coffees) using this link: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/trainmeplease You can contact me using the following email: trainmepleasemelbourne@gmail.com 0:00 – The claims about a super clever horse - Clever Hans 1:07 – How Oskar Pfungst tested Clever Hans 2:18 – The Clever Hans Effect 3:27 – How the Clever Hans Effect is accounted for nowadays Reference: Bellows, A. (2007, February). Clever Hans the Math Horse. Damn Interesting. https://www.damninteresting.com/clever-hans-the-math-horse/ Photo references The “Clever Hans Phenomenon” revisited - Scientific Figure on ResearchGate. Available from: https://www.researchgate.net/figure/clever-Hans-an-Orlov-trotter-horse-1895-1916-and-his-owner-and-teacher-Wilhelm-von_fig1_260376462 [accessed 25 Feb, 2024] Pygmalion in the Laboratory - Scientific Figure on ResearchGate. Available from: https://www.researchgate.net/figure/Clever-Hans-von-Osten-and-a-typical-audience-Note-the-broad_fig3_221822751 [accessed 25 Feb, 2024] Offenes Archiv Kluger Hans // Open Archive Clever Hans. Sammlung von Textquellen, Bildern, Podcasts, Kunstwerke über das Pferd, das rechnen konnte. // Collection of images, written sources, podcasts, art works about the horse that was able to count. Stephan Zandt & Anne Hölck 2014. Available from: https://wp.hoelcka.de/wordpress/portfolio/offenes-archiv-kluger-hans-seit-2014/ [accessed 25 Feb, 2024] For a fantastic collection of all of the best dog training books go here (Affiliate) https://www.dogwise.com/?aff=477 Some of my favourite dog training gear (Affiliate) Baby gate: https://amzn.to/3y1iCHC Dog exercise pen: https://amzn.to/37Tt612 Kong Extreme: https://amzn.to/3LKjWCw Kong for small dogs or puppies: https://amzn.to/3F0mxG9 Kong wobbler: https://amzn.to/38EptfB Dog training treat bag (traditional): https://amzn.to/3vsttsq Dog training treat bag (for wet treats): https://thetrainerspouch.com/?ref=TRAIN Harness: https://amzn.to/3MFm6Dz Dual ended lead (perfect for the above harness): https://amzn.to/39tRDu6 Long leash: https://amzn.to/3FaBPrR Premium dog food: https://amzn.to/3vstIUm Training treats: https://amzn.to/3KqLYBT My filming and editing gear (Affiliate) Camera 1: https://amzn.to/3KqEuPa My favourite lens (the one used for A roll): https://amzn.to/3yapDpL My other favourite lens (the one used for B roll): https://amzn.to/3vwl2fN My favourite gimbal: https://amzn.to/3kp3XOx Camera 2: https://amzn.to/38FYEaz Lavalier microphone: https://amzn.to/372T2a9 USB microphone: https://amzn.to/3s5iWBs Lights: https://amzn.to/3KC0kz7 Editing laptop: https://amzn.to/3y4wSzb Tripod: https://amzn.to/3ONxD5P My online presence: Website: http://www.trainmeplease.com.au/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TrainMePlease Twitter: https://twitter.com/sealtrainer Linkedin: au.linkedin.com/in/josegomestmp Music by CreatorMix.com This video is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute advice that is tailored to you and your dog. I highly recommend that you get in contact with a progressive behaviour consultant to help you and your dog directly.