Learning — MCQs, Explanations & Mock Tests

Which learning theory is also known as the 'Contiguity Theory'?

E.R. Guthrie's theory is known as the 'Contiguity Theory', which posits that an association between a stimulus and a response is established merely by their pairing or co...

Who proposed the 'Trial and Error' theory of learning?

The trial and error theory of learning was propounded by E. L. Thorndike based on his experiments with cats.

Upon a deep analysis of the philosophical and structural dynamics of Edward Thorndike's 'Connectionism', Ivan Pavlov's 'Classical Conditioning', and B.F. Skinner's 'Operant Conditioning' under the psychology of learning, which of…

Upon a deep analysis of the philosophical and psychological nature of various types of motivation—specifically 'Intrinsic Motivation' and 'Extrinsic Motivation'—and the 'Self-Determination Theory' propounded by Edward Deci and Richard Ryan,…

Under J.P. Guilford's Structure of Intellect Model, intelligence is classified into three independent dimensions: Operations, Contents, and Products. When this model was expanded, what became the total number of factors,…

Who proposed the theory of Systematic Behavior?

C. L. Hull formulated the theory of systematic behavior.

Who gave the identical elements theory of transfer of learning?

Thorndike proposed this theory.

What is meant by 'Life Space' in Lewin's 'Field Theory' of learning?

Life space is the psychological reality that includes the person, their goals, and the surrounding environment that determines their behavior.

In the 'Trial and Error' theory of learning, how is the 'connection' strengthened?

According to Thorndike's 'Law of Effect', the response that brings satisfaction strengthens the bond between the stimulus and the response.

Who is considered the proponent of the 'Reinforcement Theory' of learning?

Clark Hull defined need satisfaction (Drive Reduction) as 'reinforcement' in his learning theory.