Gestalt & Insight Learning
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Which theory of learning is based on 'Insight'?
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The correct answer is Gestalt Learning Theory.
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- Gestalt Theory: Proponents like Wolfgang Köhler emphasized that learning often occurs through sudden insight or understanding of the whole situation rather than through blind trial and error.
- Key Concept: Köhler's experiments with chimpanzees demonstrated 'Aha! moment' or cognitive insight in problem-solving.
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