Early theories of learning refer to the initial explanations proposed to understand how individuals acquire knowledge and skills. These theories were developed before more comprehensive and evidence-based models were established.
Related terms
Behaviorism: This theory suggests that all behaviors, including learning, can be explained by external factors such as rewards and punishments.
Classical Conditioning: A type of learning in which an organism associates a neutral stimulus with a meaningful stimulus to produce a response.
Operant Conditioning: This theory proposes that behavior is influenced by consequences, such as reinforcement or punishment.