A nurse educator asks students to solve a patient-care problem, explain their reasoning and connect it with previous clinical experience. Which learning theory is most evident?
Correct answer: B. Cognitive learning
- A. Behaviourist learning
- B. Cognitive learning
- C. Classical conditioning
- D. Trial-and-error punishment
Explanation
Cognitive learning emphasises understanding, reasoning, organisation of information and linking new knowledge with prior knowledge. Behaviourist approaches focus more directly on observable behaviour and reinforcement.
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