The main proponent of the cognitive theory of teaching is

AN. L. Gage ✓ Correct

BShiv Kumar Mitra

CB. F. Skinner

DMcDonald

Correct answer: (A) N. L. Gage

Explanation

N. L. Gage is the main proponent of the cognitive theory of teaching.

He sought a general, scientific theory of teaching grounded in research on effective classroom processes.

Shiv Kumar Mitra is linked with an Indian psychological theory of teaching, not this cognitive theory.

B. F. Skinner is a behaviourist known for operant conditioning and programmed instruction, not cognitive teaching.

McDonald is associated with other formulations and is not the proponent of the cognitive theory of teaching.

Gage is well known for his handbook of research on teaching and for defining teaching scientifically.

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