Edward Lee Thorndike Theory of Learning

 


Edward Lee Thorndike Theory of Learning

 

Connectionism

-      Connectionism means learning by selecting and connecting.

-      Connectionism puts more emphasis on the organism not limiting himself to the association between the stimulus and the response.

 

Law of Readiness

-      This law states that an individual will learn when she is ready to do so.

 

Law of Exercise

-      This law states that a connection is strengthened or weakened depending on the number of times it occurs and in proportion to average vigor and duration of the connection.

 

Law of Use

-      Connections between stimulus and response are strengthened as they are used.

 

Law of Disuse

-      Connections between a stimulus and response are weakened when practice is discontinued.

 

Law of Effect

-      This law states that a connection is strengthened if it produces a satisfying effect