Question

Which of the following are correct about learning theories?
A. Learning by insight can be used while teaching because teacher can proceed from whole to part.
B. Associating subjects with incentives is based on classical conditioning.
C. Operant conditioning attributes motivation to internal process.
D. Piaget propounded 'law of readiness' on basis of cognitive theory.
E. Vygotsky gave immense weightage to social interaction.
Choose the correct answer:

• A. A, D and E only
• B. A, B and C only
• C. A, B and E only
• D. C, D and E only

Hint:

Always ensure that you correctly identify which theory corresponds to each concept.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Step 1: Concept
This question tests understanding of various learning theories including insight learning, classical conditioning, operant conditioning, Piaget's cognitive theory, and Vygotsky's social interaction theory.

Step 2: Meaning
Each learning theory has specific characteristics and proponents that must be correctly matched.

Step 3: Analysis
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• A) Learning by insight can be used while teaching because a teacher can proceed from whole to part — TRUE. Insight learning involves understanding a problem through sudden realization, facilitated by guiding students holistically.
• B) Associating subjects with incentives is based on classical conditioning — TRUE. Classical conditioning involves pairing stimuli to elicit a conditioned response, analogous to associating subjects with incentives.
• C) Operant conditioning attributes motivation to internal process — FALSE. Operant conditioning focuses on external consequences (reinforcement and punishment) affecting behavior.
• D) Piaget propounded 'law of readiness' on basis of cognitive theory — FALSE. The 'law of readiness' is associated with Thorndike's connectionism, not Piaget.
• E) Vygotsky gave immense weightage to social interaction — TRUE. Vygotsky's sociocultural theory emphasized the role of social interaction and cultural tools in learning.

Step 4: Conclusion
The correct statements are A, B, and E only. Final Answer: (C)