Meaning, product and definition of learning

Meaning of Learning:

Learning means modification of behaviour through experience and training. Learning is the key process in human behaviour.

Child Learning:

1.       Parents

2.       Teachers

3.       Environment (Socializing with people and peers)

Product of Learning:

1.       Instincts

2.       Skills

3.       Abilities

4.       Appreciations

5.       Attitudes

Definitions of Learning:

1.       “ The term learning covers every modification in behaviour to meet environmental requirements.”   

-          Gardener Murphy

2.       ‘Learning is the acquisition of new behaviour or the strengthening or weakening of old behavior as the result of experience.” 

-          Henry p. Smith

3.       “Learning is the acquisition of habits, knowledge & attitudes. It involves new ways of doing things and it operates in individuals attempts to overcome obstacles or to adjust to new situations. It represents progressive changes in behaviour . It enables him to satisfy interests to attain goals.

-          Crow & crow