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Download Solution PDFAccording to whom the term learning covers every modification in behaviour to meet environmental requirements?
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Option 1 : Gardner Murphy
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Download Solution PDFLearning is often defined by behaviorists as a change or modification in behavior resulting from experience or interaction with the environment.Key Points
- The statement "learning covers every modification in behavior to meet environmental requirements" aligns with Gardner Murphy's view on learning.
- He defined learning as any change in behavior that occurs as a result of adapting to environmental demands.
- Murphy’s perspective emphasized how learning is influenced by the need to meet specific environmental requirements.
Hint
- Henry P. Smith – He has defined learning, but it does not specifically cover the idea of adapting behavior to meet environmental requirements in the way described in the statement.
- Crow and Crow – Their work also deals with learning but in a slightly different context, focusing more on development in the educational environment.
- B.F. Skinner – Skinner’s definition focuses on behavior modification through reinforcement.
Hence, the correct answer is Gardner Murphy.
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