Behavioral Learning Theories Overview

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What is the role of the unconditioned stimulus (UCS) in classical conditioning?

  • It triggers a conditioned response automatically. (correct)
  • It is learned through repeated associations.
  • It always causes a fear response.
  • It is a neutral stimulus that becomes conditioned.

What happens during the second phase of classical conditioning?

  • A neutral stimulus is paired with a conditioned stimulus.
  • A neutral stimulus is repeatedly paired with an unconditioned stimulus. (correct)
  • The conditioned response is established without any stimuli.
  • The unconditioned response is diminished.

What is the conditioned response (CR)?

  • A learned response to a previously neutral stimulus. (correct)
  • The same as the unconditioned stimulus.
  • An automatic reaction to fear stimuli.
  • The initial reaction to the unconditioned stimulus.

In Watson's Little Albert experiment, what served as the conditioned stimulus (CS)?

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What results from presenting the conditioned stimulus alone after conditioning?

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During the conditioning phase, what becomes of a previously neutral stimulus?

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How does the conditioned stimulus differ from the unconditioned stimulus?

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What phenomenon is illustrated by Little Albert's learned fear of the white rat?

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What is the key difference between operant behaviors and involuntary behaviors?

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Which scenario exemplifies positive reinforcement?

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What is negative reinforcement aimed at achieving?

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Which statement accurately describes positive punishment?

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What outcome results from negative punishment?

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How do the consequences of operant behaviors affect future actions?

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In which situation would a behavior likely be negatively reinforced?

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Which of the following is an example of operant conditioning?

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What is the main difference between classical conditioning and operant conditioning?

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Which scenario best illustrates operant conditioning?

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What key factor is necessary for learning to occur through operant conditioning?

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In the context of operant conditioning, what is the result of a behavior that leads to a desirable consequence?

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Which of the following best defines respondent behaviors?

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What did B.F. Skinner believe about classical conditioning?

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What behavior do rats learn when pressing a lever under a green light?

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Which statement accurately describes the role of punishment in operant conditioning?

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What is the primary focus of operant conditioning?

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What impact does consistent reinforcement have on a child's behavior?

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How can unwanted behavior in children be effectively addressed?

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What is a critical understanding regarding learned behaviors?

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What role does punishment play in shaping children's behavior?

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What characterizes behavioral learning theories?

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What underlies classical conditioning?

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Which statement about behaviorists is true?

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Who is associated with the research on classical conditioning?

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Which behavioral theory focuses on the associations formed between stimuli?

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In classical conditioning, what is a conditioned response?

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What is one main focus of behavioral learning theories?

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Which of the following is a key element in the process of learning through association?

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What do we refer to the automatic response triggered by an unconditioned stimulus?

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In classical conditioning, what is the role of the neutral stimulus before conditioning occurs?

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After conditioning, what does the neutral stimulus become?

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What is the relationship between behaviorism and learning?

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What kind of response occurs without conscious thought when an unconditioned stimulus is presented?

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In the context of Pavlov's experiments, what originally caused the dogs to salivate?

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What term describes a response learned through association with a previously neutral stimulus?

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In the first phase of classical conditioning, what is paired with the unconditioned stimulus?

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Flashcards

Behavioral Learning Theory

A theory that focuses on environmental influences, such as associations, reinforcements, and punishments, to explain how people learn.

Classical Conditioning

Learning occurs when a connection is made between a neutral stimulus and a naturally occurring stimulus.

Unconditioned Stimulus

A stimulus that naturally triggers a reflex.

Unconditioned Response

The reflex that is triggered by the unconditioned stimulus.

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Conditioned Stimulus

A neutral stimulus that gets paired with the unconditioned stimulus.

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Conditioned Response

The learned response triggered by the conditioned stimulus.

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Extinction

A process where a previously learned response is gradually weakened or disappears.

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Spontaneous Recovery

A previously extinguished response reappears after a period of rest.

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Unconditioned Stimulus (UCS)

A naturally occurring stimulus that automatically triggers a response.

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Unconditioned Response (UCR)

The automatic, unlearned response to the unconditioned stimulus.

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Conditioned Stimulus (CS)

A neutral stimulus that, after being paired with the UCS, becomes associated with it and elicits a learned response.

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Conditioned Response (CR)

The learned response to the conditioned stimulus.

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Fear Conditioning

A type of classical conditioning where a neutral stimulus becomes associated with fear or anxiety.

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Little Albert Experiment

The experiment where a baby (Little Albert) became afraid of a white rat after it was paired with loud noises.

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Phobia

A learned, irrational fear of a specific object or situation.

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Neutral stimulus

A stimulus that doesn't initially trigger a response on its own, like the sound of a bell before being paired with food.

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Phase 1: Before Conditioning

The initial phase in classical conditioning where the unconditioned stimulus automatically elicits the unconditioned response, e.g., food makes a dog salivate.

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Phase 3: After Conditioning

The final phase of classical conditioning where the conditioned stimulus (e.g., sound of a bell) triggers the conditioned response (e.g., salivation) due to the association created.

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Operant Conditioning

A type of learning where the consequences of a behavior influence its likelihood of recurring. Actions followed by rewards are more likely to repeat, while actions resulting in punishment are less likely.

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Reinforcement

A consequence that increases the likelihood of a behavior recurring, making it more likely to be repeated.

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Punishment

A consequence that decreases the likelihood of a behavior recurring, making it less likely to be repeated.

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Attention as Reinforcement

The more attention a teacher gives to a child's behavior, the more likely that behavior is to be repeated.

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What is reinforcement?

Any event (positive or negative) that increases the likelihood of a behavior happening again.

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What is positive reinforcement?

A favorable event or outcome that is presented after a behavior. Example: Getting a bonus for good work.

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What is negative reinforcement?

The removal of an unfavorable event or outcome after a behavior. Example: Stopping a child's tantrum by giving them a treat.

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What is punishment?

An adverse event or outcome that decreases the likelihood of a behavior happening again.

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What is positive punishment?

Presenting an unfavorable event or outcome to weaken the response. Example: Spanking for misbehavior.

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What is negative punishment?

Removing a favorable event or outcome after a behavior. Example: Taking away video games.

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What is operant conditioning?

Learning through associating behaviors with consequences. Example: A child learning to do chores by getting a treat for completing them.

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What are operant behaviors?

Behaviors that are under our conscious control. Their consequences influence whether they happen again.

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Study Notes

Behavioral Learning Theories

  • Learning is a relatively permanent change in behavior due to experience, influenced by biological, social, cultural, and emotional factors.
  • A theory is a coherent collection of propositions to explain natural phenomena, confirmed through observation and experimentation.
  • Key learning theories include behavioral, cognitive, constructivist, social, and experiential learning theories.
  • Behaviorists argued that psychology should focus on measurable, quantifiable aspects.
  • Behavioral theories focus on environmental factors, including associations, reinforcement, and punishments, impacting learning.

Classical Conditioning

  • Classical conditioning is a type of automatic learning.
  • It involves the association of a previously neutral stimulus with a naturally occurring stimulus.
  • Pavlov's dog experiment is a prime example: a neutral stimulus (bell) is associated with an unconditioned stimulus (food), causing the neutral stimulus to trigger a conditioned response (salivation).
    • Unconditioned stimulus (UCS): A stimulus that naturally and automatically triggers a response.
    • Unconditioned response (UCR): An automatic response to the UCS.
    • Neutral stimulus (NS): A stimulus that initially does not elicit a response.
    • Conditioned stimulus (CS): The originally neutral stimulus, after association with the UCS, now triggers a response.
    • Conditioned response (CR): The learned response to the CS.

Operant Conditioning

  • Operant conditioning involves strengthening or weakening a behavior through reinforcement or punishment.

  • It focuses on voluntary behaviors.

  • Consequences of actions influence future behavior.

  • A behavior followed by a desirable consequence is more likely to be repeated.

  • A behavior followed by an undesirable consequence is less likely to be repeated.

    • Positive reinforcement: Adding a positive stimulus to increase behavior.
    • Negative reinforcement: Removing a negative stimulus to increase behavior.
    • Positive punishment: Adding a negative stimulus to decrease behavior.
    • Negative punishment: Removing a positive stimulus to decrease behavior.

  • Classical vs. operant conditioning differ in their focus and application.

    • Classical conditioning involves automatic responses, while operant conditioning focuses on voluntary behaviors.

  • Learning, in both cases, can be unlearned if the appropriate steps are taken.

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