Classical Conditioning
type of learning in which we learn to link two or more stimuli and anticipate events
Classical Conditioning
tendency to respond similarly to stimuli that resemble the CS
Generalization
Something that happens naturally reinforcing a behavior
Primary Reinforcer
principle that behaviors followed by good consequences will increase and behaviors followed by bad consequences will decrease
Law of Effect
observing and imitating a specific behavior
Modeling
weakening of a CR when US does not follow a CS
Extinction
reappearance, after a break, of an extinguished CR
Spontaneous Recovery
decreases a behavior
Punishment
processing of acquiring new information or behaviors
Learning
doing something for an outside thing (reward or avoid punishment)
Extrinsic Motivation
learned ability to distinguish between a CS and other irrelevant stimuli
Discrimination
tendency to make connections/associations between things and patterns
Associative Learning
increases a behavior
Reinforcer
doing something because of an internal need/want to do it
Intrinisic Motivation
guiding actions closer to a desired behavior
Shaping
any event or situation that evokes a response
Stimulus
Gains reinforcing power through link with a primary reinforcer
Conditioned Reinforcer
learning that is not apparent until an incentive is provided
Latent Learning
mental image of the layout of one’s environment
Cognitive Map
link a NS and a US to begin triggering a response
Aquisition
behavior becomes more probable if followed by a reinforcer, or is diminished if followed by punishment
Operant Conditioning
positive, constructive, and helpful behavior
Prosocial Behavior
learning by watching others
Observational Learning