Learning

What is the definition of learning?

Learning is the acquisition of knowledge or skills through experience, study, or being taught.

What are the two types of knowledge involved in learning?

Declarative knowledge and procedural knowledge.

What does declarative knowledge refer to?

Facts and concepts that can be stated or declared, such as historical dates or vocabulary definitions.

What is procedural knowledge?

Knowing how to perform tasks, such as solving mathematical problems or playing a musical instrument.

What characterizes explicit learning?

Explicit learning is a conscious process where individuals actively seek to understand and identify patterns in information.

Can you give an example of explicit learning?

Learning vocabulary through paired-associate tasks, such as dog-chien or cat-chat.

What characterizes implicit learning?

Implicit learning occurs naturally and without conscious effort, often without the learner's awareness of the knowledge acquired.

What is an example of implicit learning?

A child can pluralize 'wug' without being explicitly taught the rule, demonstrating implicit knowledge of language structure.

How does incidental learning occur?

Incidental learning occurs unintentionally, often as a by-product of engaging in another task.

What is the main difference between explicit and implicit learning?

Explicit learning is conscious and intentional, while implicit learning is unconscious and unintentional.