Thorndike: Trial and Error
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Why is Edward Thorndike's 'Law of Effect' considered extremely important from an educational perspective, and what psychological concept does it form the basis of in classroom teaching?
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Thorndike's Law of Effect states that actions or responses that yield satisfying results or pleasant experiences are likely to be repeated and strengthened in the future. Conversely, unsatisfactory results or punishment weaken the connection. This very law later laid the foundation for B.F. Skinner's Theory of Reinforcement and Operant Conditioning.
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