Gestalt & Insight Learning
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With reference to the 'Insight Theory of Learning' propounded by Gestaltists (especially Wolfgang Köhler), which of the following statements presents the most accurate analysis of the actual cognitive nature and characteristics of this learning process?
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According to Gestalt psychology, learning is not merely the result of trial and error, but is based on insight. Köhler's chimpanzee experiments proved that instead of looking at a single part of the problem, the animal observes the entire field as a whole and suddenly finds a solution through an 'Aha! experience'.
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