In programmed learning who is said to be the proponent of ‘Adaptive programming’ ?

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  1. Skinner
  2. Gilbert
  3. Crowder
  4. Mager

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Option 3 : Crowder
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Programmed learning

  • Programmed learning is a research-based system that helps learners work successfully.
  • The method is guided by research done by a variety of applied psychologists and educators.
  • The learning material is in a kind of textbook or teaching machine or computer.
  • Programmed learning is the most appropriate example of the latest concept of instructional technology.
  • It is an educational innovation and auto-instructional device.
  • It is not only a technique for effective learning but also a successful mechanism of feedback device for the modification of teacher-behavior.

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Adaptive programming

  • Adaptive programming suggests that development actors react and respond to changes in the political and socio-economic operating environment.
  • It emphasizes learning and the development practitioner is encouraged to adjust their actions to find workable solutions to problems that they may face.
  • Norman Crowder is said to be the proponent of adaptive programming.

Key Points

  • Skinner gave- programmed learning
  • Thomas F. Gilbert gave-  Mathetics
  • Robert Mager gaveLearner Controlled instruction

Therefore, In programmed learning, Crowder is the proponent of ‘Adaptive programming’.

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