When previous learning creates barriers in learning in new situation, then it is called:

Options

A. Positive transfer of learning
B. Negative transfer of learning
C. Zero transfer, of learning
D. Horizontal transfer of learning

Answer

B

Explanation

When previous learning makes no difference at all to the learning in a new situation, it is called negative transfer of learning. A barrier to learning is anything that stands in the way of a child being able to learn effectively. A learner may experience one or more barriers to learning throughout his or her education. ... For example extreme poverty, abuse or neglect will all act as barriers to a child's learning.