Psychological Noise in Learning – UGC NET Question

Psychological noise refers to internal states such as worries, biases or emotions that interfere with message reception. A student who is anxious or troubled may physically hear the teacher but fail to process the information meaningfully because attention is captured by personal concerns.

Option A:
Option A, construction sounds, represent physical or environmental noise, not internal psychological distraction.

Option B:
Option B is correct because the barrier arises from the student’s internal preoccupation, which disrupts attention even though the external environment may be adequate.

Option C:
Option C, microphone failure, is a technical problem in the channel, affecting loudness but not an internal mental state.

Option D:
Option D, a dim projector bulb, is a visual or technical barrier, not psychological noise within the learner.