B.F. Skinner and Radical Behaviorism
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What did Skinner originally plan to pursue as a career?

  • Government researcher
  • Psychologist
  • Professional writer (correct)
  • Behaviorist

    • What significant work did Skinner write as a result of his frustration during his research?

  • Behaviorism Unleashed
  • Walden Two (correct)
  • The Pigeon Project
  • Radical Behaviorism Explained

    • What concept is Skinner known for introducing?

  • Cognitive Behaviorism
  • Social Learning Theory
  • Radical Behaviorism (correct)
  • Pigeon Psychology

    • Which statement best summarizes Skinner's view on behavior?

    <p>Behavior is learned through reinforcement. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Skinner do after a year of inactivity?

    <p>He studied psychology. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What degree did Carl Ransom Rogers earn in 1924?

    <p>Bachelor's degree in History (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which institution did Rogers attend for his theological studies?

    <p>Columbia Theological Seminary (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What prompted Rogers to abandon his theological studies?

    <p>Psychology courses by Dr. Leta Hollingworth (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what year was Rogers elected President of the American Psychologist Association?

    <p>1946 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What profession did Rogers initially pursue after completing his undergraduate degree?

    <p>Christian-Faith minister (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Burrhus Frederic Skinner

    An American psychologist known for developing behaviorism and reinforcement theory.

    Radical Behaviorism

    Skinner's philosophy that focuses on observable behaviors and ignores internal mental states.

    Reinforcement

    A process in behaviorism where a behavior is strengthened by consequences that follow it.

    'Walden Two'

    A novel written by Skinner discussing a utopian community based on behaviorist principles.

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    Learning through Reinforcement

    Skinner's idea that all behaviors are learned through a system of rewards and punishments.

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    Carl Ransom Rogers

    An influential American psychologist known for humanistic psychology.

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    Christian-Faith Minister

    Rogers's initial career path before fully entering psychology.

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    Theological Seminary

    A school for training in religious leadership, which Rogers attended.

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    Leta Hollingworth

    A psychologist whose courses influenced Rogers to switch from theology to psychology.

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    President of APA

    In 1946, Rogers was elected as the leader of the American Psychological Association.

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    Study Notes

    Burrhus Frederic Skinner

    • Planned to be a professional writer
    • After a year of inactivity, studied psychology
    • Worked on government research involving pigeons, but failed
    • Due to frustration, wrote his first novel, "Walden Two"
    • Introduced Radical Behaviorism
    • Believed all actions are learned through reinforcement

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    Explore the life and contributions of B.F. Skinner, a prominent psychologist known for his introduction of Radical Behaviorism. This quiz covers his early aspirations, research on animal behavior, and the pivotal concepts that shaped his theories on learning. Delve into Skinner's impact on psychology and his ideas about reinforcement.

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