... problems or goals are set in order to motivate the learner to develop their performance further. -Trial and error has no part to play in cognitive theory as learning is not seen as a random process. -SO what is learned within Insight Learning is therefore not a set of specific conditioned associations but a real understanding (cognitive) of the relationship between the process and means of achieving the end result. e.g. a defending soccer player who has the reasons explained to him why, when he is the last player in defence, they should not commit themselves, but 'jockey' their opponent, keeping goal side, as this will enable other players to get back to help or put pressure on the attacker possibly forcing a mistake, is more likely to understand when and why to carry out the coaches instructions in future situations and also see the relevance of their role. -teacher/coaches in practice should ...

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