identical elements theory definition
ABSTRACT. A definition of the term identical elements theory/law is presented. It was proposed by the American psychologist, Edward Lee Thorndike. This is one of five laws of learning proposed by Thorndike.t is a theory used in psychology which is advanced by American psychologist Edward Lee Thorndike. In the theory, simpler mental or behavioural elements are combined to form higher-order mental or behavioural processes. 1  disuse, principle of Psychology.