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- 1. Introduction to Psychology1h 43m
- 2. Psychology Research2h 20m
- 3. Biological Psychology2h 41m
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- 5. Consciousness and Sleep32m
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Classical Conditioning
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Kohler's idea of animal insight was controversial because
A
other researchers, like Thorndike, did not believe that animals demonstrated that trait.
B
his experiment was flawed.
C
the chimps were punished for not reaching the bananas.
D
animals do not have self-awareness.

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Understand the context of Kohler's research: Kohler was a Gestalt psychologist who studied problem-solving in animals, particularly chimpanzees, to demonstrate insight learning.
Define insight learning: Insight learning is a sudden realization of a problem's solution without trial-and-error behavior, suggesting a deeper cognitive process.
Identify the controversy: Kohler's idea was controversial because it challenged the prevailing behaviorist view, particularly Thorndike's law of effect, which emphasized learning through trial and error and reinforcement.
Consider Thorndike's perspective: Thorndike believed that animals learn through a gradual process of trial and error, and he was skeptical of the idea that animals could demonstrate insight, as it implied a level of cognitive processing similar to humans.
Evaluate the implications: The controversy highlights the debate between behaviorist and cognitive perspectives in psychology, with Kohler's work suggesting that animals might possess more complex cognitive abilities than previously thought.
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