Guthrie Model of Learning

The Guthrie Model of Learning emphasizes that learning occurs through direct association between a specific stimulus and a response, formed in a single experience. Once the connection is made, the response tends to occur whenever the stimulus appears again. According to this model, learning happens gradually through repeated pairing of stimulus and response, with each new association building upon previous ones. It downplays the role of reinforcement or consequences, focusing instead on the natural link formed during the experience. Essentially, learning is seen as a result of consistent stimulus-response pairing, shaping behavior through repeated, direct associations.