An award-winning natural history in six parts. Narrator Andrew Sachs 4: A Question of Learning
Why are some grizzly bears better fishermen than others? How do sooty terns locate their own nests among a colony of thousands? During this century scientists attempted to reveal the nature of learning.
In Russia Pavlov sought explanations from his dogs, with tinkling bells and lights. In America scientists devised mazes, puzzle boxes and 'one-armed-bandits' to explore behaviour. By using rewards they encouraged animals to develop amazing skills.
A triumph ... (NEW SCIENTIST) Series producer JOHN SPARKS
Produced and directed by MIKE SALISBURY BBC Bristol
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