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Learning

Telangana Open School (TOSS) · Class 12 · Psychology

Quick revision notes for Learning — Telangana Open School (TOSS) Class 12 Psychology. Key concepts, formulas, and definitions for last-minute revision.

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Key Topics to Revise

1

Meaning and Nature of Learning

  • Learning is a relatively permanent change in behavior due to practice or experience.
  • It excludes temporary changes caused by fatigue, illness, or maturation.
  • Learning is a continuous process throughout life.
2

Learning Curve

  • A learning curve is a graphical representation of learning performance over time or practice trials.
  • Four types of learning curves: Diminishing Returns, Increasing Returns, S-Curve, and Complex Curve.
  • Diminishing Returns: Fast initial learning, then slows down (e.g., learning a mobile game).
3

Types of Learning

  • Concept Learning: Identifying and grouping objects based on shared features (e.g., recognizing animals).
  • Skill Learning: Involves three stages — Cognitive (understanding), Associative (practicing), Autonomous (automatic performance).
  • Cognitive Learning: Acquiring knowledge and using it appropriately (e.g., solving case studies).
4

Factors Influencing Learning

  • Maturation: Biological readiness affects learning (e.g., walking after muscle development).
  • Reinforcement: Increases the likelihood of a behavior (e.g., praise for good work).
  • Motivation: Internal drive enhances learning effectiveness.

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Key Concepts

Learning is a relatively permanent changeThere are four main typesDiscovered by Ivan PavlovProposed by BAlbert Bandura showed that people learn

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Learning covers several key topics that are frequently asked in Telangana Open School (TOSS) Class 12 board exams. Focus on the core concepts listed on this page and practise related questions to build confidence.
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