Over-imitation, trial-and-error learning and the inter-generational transmission of information [ 2011-01-01 - 2014-12-31 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Ilana Mushin (Chief Investigator) ,  Professor Mark Nielsen (Chief Investigator) ,  Prof Andrew Whiten (Partner Investigator) ,  Prof Keyan Tomaselli (Partner Investigator)

Brief description Over-imitation, trial-and-error learning and the inter-generational transmission of information. This project will investigate how cultural knowledge is developed and transmitted from one generation to the next through imitation and trial-and-error learning. Testing children from industrialised and indigenous communities will provide unique data, generate new knowledge and provide a foundation for developing new educational approaches.

Funding Amount $165,000

Funding Scheme Discovery Projects

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