learning theory


learn·ing the·o·ry

any of several prominent theories designed to explain learning, especially those promulgated by Pavlov, Thorndike, Guthrie, Hull, Kohler, Spence, Miller, Skinner, and their more modern followers.
See also: conditioning.

learn·ing the·o·ry

(lĕrning thēŏr-ē) Any of several prominent theories designed to explain learning, especially those promulgated by Pavlov, Thorndike, Skinner, and their followers.
See also: conditioning

learning theory

The theory that learning occurs by application of laws of learning. Learning represents a change in behavior due to practice, education, and experience. See also: theory