Transfer of Learning, Curve & Plateau
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With reference to the theories of Transfer of Learning—specifically Edward Thorndike's 'Theory of Identical Elements', Charles Judd's 'Theory of Generalization', and the Gestaltists' 'Theory of Insight and Generalization'—which of the following statements most authoritatively explains the fundamental and philosophical difference among these theories?
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Understanding Theories of Transfer of Learning
In the field of educational psychology and child development, transfer of learning is explained through various classical frameworks:
- Thorndike's Theory of Identical Elements: Suggests that transfer occurs directly in proportion to the common elements (stimulus-response connections) shared between two learning tasks.
- Charles Judd's Theory of Generalization: Proposes that transfer happens through the application of generalized principles and intellectual understanding rather than mere identical mechanical elements.
Therefore, option A accurately captures this core philosophical distinction regarding mechanism and cognitive processing.
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