People In Learning
Which psychologist is known for their devotion to classical conditioning.
Hint : Little Albert
John Watson
Learning that takes place when two or more stimuli are paired together
UCS = UCR; NS + UCS = UCR; & CS = CR
Hint : Pavlov
Classical Conditioning
The desirable stimulus reinforces the behavior, making it more likely that the behavior will reoccur
Positive Reinforcement
reinforces a response only after a specified number of responses
(Ex: piecework pay)
Fixed ratio
Psychologist who is related with the "Law of Effect"
Hint : Puzzle Box = Cats
Edward Thorndike
Learning is based on the association of one's behavior and its consequences. Consequences are reinforced or punished
Operant Conditioning
When something unpleasant or uncomfortable is removed or taken away in order to increase the likelihood of the desired behavior
Negative Reinforcement
reinforces a response only after a specified amount of time has elapsed.
(Ex: studying for a test only when the test date is approaching.)
Fixed Interval
Psychologist whose studies consisted of observational learning
Hint : Bobo Doll Experiment
Albert Bandura
Observational Learning
a natural reinforcing stimulus like food or drink
Primary Reinforcer
reinforces a response at unpredictable time intervals
(Ex: suddenly getting a pop quiz)
Variable Interval
Psychologist related to taste aversion
John Garcia
Learn by putting two event together
Ex: Seeing lightning and expecting to hear thunder
Associative Learning
verbal praise, highly preferred activities, stickers, toys
Secondary reinforcer
reinforces a response after an unpredictable number of responses
(Ex: gambling)
Variable Ratio
Which Psychologist was responsible for the experiment that consisted of a box, lever, and rat
BF Skinner