Question

Thorndike's theory is known as

• A. Behaviourism
• B. constructivism
• C. functionism
• D. connectionism

Answer 1

Answer:

D. connectionism

• Thorndike's theory is known as "Connectionism"

• This theory emphasizes that learning occurs through the formation of associations (or connections) between stimuli and responses.

• According to Thorndike, these connections are strengthened or weakened based on the consequences of the behavior, as outlined in his Trial and Error Method and Laws of Learning.