PSYCH 1F03 Chapter Notes - Chapter 3: Homeostasis, Asymptote, Contiguity
24 Jan 2017
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Learning: a relatively enduring change in the mechanism of behaviour that occurs due to experience. Usually refers to basic conditioning processes rather than the learning of abstract concepts. Key concepts of learning: the mechanisms of behaviour, distinction btwn learning and performance, fatigue and motivational factors can alter behaviour, learning may occur yet not be immediately reflected in performance, may only be relevant in particular contexts. Learning should tend to be retained over time whether or not learning is being continually expressed in behaviour: learning is a process based on experience, dramatic changes in life are largely a result of maturation. There are behaviours that develop and change as an individual natures, often independent of experience: maturation and learning are often coupled and work together to alter the mechanisms of behaviour. E. g. a certain amount of maturation is needed for language acquisition but before this happens, we acquire a considerable knowledge of words and their meanings.
