Posted: March 9th, 2016

Define the term transfer of learning. What is bilateral transfer?

Discussion Questions
1. Define the term transfer of learning. What is bilateral transfer?
2. Define the terms symmetric and asymmetric bilateral transfer. Explain how the
direction of bilateral transfer could influence learning?
3. Discuss two hypotheses that attempt to explain the advantage of bilateral
transfer (e.g. cognitive view and motor views). Which explanation best explains the effects of bilateral learning?