Learning — MCQs, Explanations & Mock Tests

Upon a rigorous comparative and ontological analysis of Edward Thorndike's Connectionism, Ivan Pavlov's Classical Conditioning, and B.F. Skinner's Operant Conditioning within the psychology of learning, if a learner acts upon…

In the neuro-cognitive context of the 'Insight Learning Theory', regarding the neuro-biological nature of 'Gestalt Learning' propounded by Wolfgang Köhler, the holistic mapping among the parietal lobe, inferior temporal cortex,…

In which theory of learning is 'reinforcement' considered the primary medium for modifying behavior?

According to B.F. Skinner, providing positive reinforcement following correct responses increases the likelihood of that behavior being repeated (learning occurs).

Under Carl Rogers' Humanistic Theory of Learning, a central concept is 'Experiential Learning', which is defined as an active and meaningful process where learners construct knowledge through direct experiences, personal…

Under learning psychology, upon conducting a micro-analytical study of the 'Primary Laws of Learning' proposed by Edward Thorndike — Law of Readiness, Law of Exercise, and Law of Effect —…

In the context of 'Operant Conditioning' proposed by American psychologist B.F. Skinner, under 'Schedules of Reinforcement', when reinforcement is provided for a response after a fixed and unchanging time period…

According to Alan Paivio's 'Dual-Coding Theory', which two independent, yet interconnected sub-systems operate to process information in human cognition?

The 'Dual-Coding Theory' proposed by Alan Paivio (1971, 1986) states that our brain uses two separate but interrelated sub-systems to process external information: one is...

In the context of the 'Motivational Cycle' of learning, regarding the scientific nature and reciprocal sequential relationship of the various stages of the motivational process proposed by psychologists—specifically 'Need', 'Drive',…

Under Edward Tolman's Sign Learning Theory (Purposive Behaviorism), a central concept is the 'Cognitive Map', which is defined as an internal mental representation that an organism constructs in its mind…

Under Edward Thorndike's 'Trial and Error Theory', the central concept of the 'Law of Effect' dictates that the connection between a stimulus and response (S-R Connection) is strengthened or weakened…