Transfer of Learning, Curve & Plateau
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In the psychology of learning, when analyzing the phenomenon of 'Plateaus of Learning', where a learner experiences a complete stagnation or stability in performance at a specific point despite continuous practice while learning a complex subject or skill, which pedagogical approach is considered most logical and authentic for understanding its underlying causes and overcoming it?
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During the learning process, 'Plateaus of Learning' represent a state where no improvement in performance is visible despite continued practice.
Key Causes of Plateaus:
- Loss of interest or boredom.
- Mental fatigue and monotony.
- Adherence to old or ineffective learning methods.
- Sudden increase in the complexity of the subject matter.
Remedial Strategies:
To overcome plateaus, teachers should introduce novel teaching techniques, provide adequate rest intervals, and utilize appropriate reinforcement to renew the learner's motivation.
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