Gestalt & Insight Learning
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According to the 'Gestalt Theory of Learning' (Insight Learning Theory) propounded by Max Wertheimer, Kurt Koffka, and Wolfgang Köhler, which of the following statements provides the most authentic psychological analysis regarding the emergence of 'Insight' and 'Cognitive Restructuring' in the problem-solving process?
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According to Gestalt psychology, learning is not merely the result of mechanical trials; rather, it involves the direct observation and mental restructuring of the total field (Gestalt) of a situation.
Experiments conducted by Wolfgang Köhler on the chimpanzee named Sultan proved that 'insight' occurs suddenly and is linked to the ability to perceive logical relationships among various components of a problem instantly.
- Option B accurately describes the core tenet of Gestalt theory: sudden cognitive reorganization and holistic perception.
- Option A describes Thorndike's Trial and Error theory, not Gestalt insight.
- Option C represents behaviorist S-R associationism.
- Option D is incorrect because Köhler demonstrated insight learning in chimpanzees as well.
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