Learning theory and mental development

Pt. A. Theoretical Background -- I. Modern Learning Theory -- Ii. Interpretations Of Standard Learning Situations -- Iii. Individual Differences And Developmental Processes -- Pt. B. Empirically Oriented Research -- Iv. Heritability And Development Of Learning Ability -- V. Empirical Comparisons Between Normal And Retarded Populations -- Vi. Modifying Rates Of Learning And Forgetting -- Pt. C. Applications Of Learning Theories -- Vii. Hull's Theory -- Viii. Ellis's Stimulus-trace Theory -- Ix. Denny's Elicitation Theory -- X. The Social Learning Approach -- Xi. Field Theory -- Xii. The Operant Conditioning Approach -- Xiii. Contemporary Discrimination Learning Theories -- Xiv. General Comments On Methodology. [by] William K. Estes. Bibliography: P. 189-205.