Thorndike: Trial and Error
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Under Edward Thorndike's Trial and Error Theory of Learning, a central concept is the Law of Readiness. It is defined as a psychological state where when a conduction unit is ready to conduct, for it to do so is satisfying, and when a conduction unit is not ready to conduct, for it to conduct is annoying. Considering the true psychological implications of this law regarding students' motivation levels, mental preparedness, and effective classroom instruction, which of the following statements is most authentic and scientifically valid?
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Understanding the Law of Readiness
Edward Thorndike's Law of Readiness holds central importance in his connectionism theory of learning. According to its psychological implications:
- Learning becomes effective and satisfying only when the learner's brain and nervous system are biologically and mentally ready to perform the task.
- If a student is not mentally prepared, the teaching process becomes mechanical, leading to dissatisfaction and a drop in learning outcomes.
Therefore, Option (b) accurately defines the scientific and classroom implications of this concept.
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