Learning Definitions and Characteristics

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Which of the following is NOT considered a characteristic of learning, according to the text?

  • Learning is often a change in the organization of experiences.
  • Learning is a byproduct of physical maturation. (correct)
  • Learning involves the whole person.
  • Learning is continuous throughout life.

Why is it important for teachers to understand the characteristics of learning?

  • To identify students who are not motivated to learn.
  • To ensure all students learn at the same pace.
  • To understand the specific talents of each student.
  • To create a more engaging and effective learning environment. (correct)

The text mentions that learning is "responsive to incentives." What does this mean?

  • Learning can only take place when there is a reward for successful completion.
  • Learners are more likely to engage if they are given specific instructions.
  • Learning is most effective when it is tailored to the student's individual interests.
  • Learning is influenced by factors that motivate and encourage learners. (correct)

Which of the following best describes the statement "Learning is an active process"?

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The text describes learning as a "relatively permanent change in behavior." Which of the following situations is NOT an example of this?

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The text states that learning is "pervasive," meaning that it reaches into all aspects of human life. What does this imply about learning?

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The text states that learning is a "change in the organization of experiences." What does this mean in practical terms?

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Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a factor that influences learning, according to the text?

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Which of the following is NOT a key component of Bandura's social cognitive approach to learning?

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According to Bandura, what is the primary reason why students might improve their performance?

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What type of reinforcement is involved when a student sees another student be praised for good behavior?

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What does Bandura suggest is crucial for successful modeling?

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What is the role of rehearsal in Bandura's theory?

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Which of the following is NOT considered a condition necessary for successful modeling?

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Why is the concept of motor reproduction important in observational learning?

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What does Bandura's theory emphasize about human learning?

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What is the definition of latent learning?

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Which group of rats demonstrated latent learning in the experiment by Tolman and Honzic?

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How did social learning theory modify traditional learning theories?

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What are the 'ABCs' of behavior as described in traditional learning theories?

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What distinguishes cognitive learning from traditional conditioning?

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Which principle is consistent across both classical and operant conditioning?

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What type of learning is primarily displayed when Group 3 rats quickly navigate the maze after receiving food on the eleventh day?

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Which of the following is a key difference in how humans and animals learn, according to social learning theory?

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Which of these factors is NOT directly mentioned in the excerpt as influencing learning effectiveness?

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According to the excerpt, what is the main assumption behind behavioral theories of learning?

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What is the main drawback of 'massed learning' as described in the text?

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Which scenario best exemplifies the concept of 'classical conditioning' as described in the excerpt?

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According to the excerpt, what is the relationship between "background experiences" and learning?

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What is the primary purpose of the brainstorming questions included in the excerpt?

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What is the main difference between 'classical' and 'operant' conditioning as described in the excerpt?

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Which of these factors is most likely to contribute to fatigue and reduced learning effectiveness, according to the excerpt?

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What is the central concept of operant conditioning?

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What are primary reinforcers primarily associated with?

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Which of the following best describes a reinforcement?

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Which statement accurately reflects B.F. Skinner's view on behavior?

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What type of consequence does a neutral consequence represent in operant conditioning?

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What differentiates secondary reinforcers from primary reinforcers?

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In the context of operant conditioning, what is the main purpose of punishment?

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What concept is highlighted by operant conditioning regarding behavior modification?

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What defines stimulus generalization in classical conditioning?

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Which scenario best represents stimulus discrimination?

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What happens during the process of extinction in classical conditioning?

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What is spontaneous recovery?

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In the example of the child being shocked by an electrical outlet, which of the following is the unconditioned stimulus (UCS)?

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Which of the following represents the conditioned response (CR) in the child's experience with the outlet?

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Which term describes the process of learning through rewards and punishments?

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Why might a child learn to cry when hungry based on classical conditioning principles?

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Flashcards

Definition of Learning

Learning is a relatively permanent change in behavior due to experience or practice.

Characteristics of Learning

Characteristics include continuous modification, pervasiveness, and a whole-person approach.

Continuous Modification

Learning is a continuous process of changing behavior throughout life.

Pervasiveness of Learning

Learning influences all aspects of human life and behavior.

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Active Learning

Learning is an active process where individuals engage and participate.

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Purposefulness of Learning

Learning is driven by clear goals and motivations, making it purposeful.

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Factors Influencing Learning

Learning is dependent on maturation, motivation, and practice.

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Experience Organization in Learning

Learning often reorganizes previous experiences into new understandings.

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Good Working Conditions

Factors like fresh air, light, and comfort that impact learning effectiveness.

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Background Experiences

Prior knowledge that affects the effectiveness of new learning.

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Length of Working Period

Optimal learning times balance length to prevent fatigue or insufficient practice.

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Massed vs Distributed Learning

Distributed learning with breaks is more effective than crammed learning sessions.

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Behavioral Theory of Learning

Learning as a result of stimulus-response associations emphasizing observable behavior.

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Classical Conditioning Theory

Learning where a neutral stimulus becomes associated with a response through conditioning.

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Operant Conditioning

Learning based on consequences, such as rewards and punishments.

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Observational Learning

Learning by watching others and imitating their actions.

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Social Cognitive Approach

Bandura's theory emphasizing learning through observation and social context.

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Direct Reinforcement

A type of reinforcement received when the observer replicates the model's behavior.

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Vicarious Reinforcement

Learning through observing others being rewarded for their behavior.

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Self-Reinforcement

Controlling your own rewards and motivations for behavior improvement.

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Attention (Condition for Modeling)

The necessity of focusing on the model to learn effectively.

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Retention (Condition for Modeling)

The ability to remember observed behavior to replicate it later.

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Motivation (Condition for Modeling)

The desire to demonstrate learned behavior for it to happen.

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Reinforcement

A consequence that strengthens a behavior, making it more likely to recur.

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Primary Reinforcers

Naturally reinforcing stimuli that satisfy biological needs, like food and water.

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Secondary Reinforcers

Stimuli that acquire their reinforcing power through association with primary reinforcers.

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Neutral Consequence

An outcome that does not affect the likelihood of the behavior occurring again.

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Punishment

A consequence that weakens a behavior, making it less likely to recur.

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Schedule of Reinforcement

The timing and frequency of reinforcements used to strengthen behavior.

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B.F. Skinner

A psychologist known for his work on operant conditioning and behavior analysis.

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Contiguity

Association between a conditioned stimulus and unconditioned stimulus in classical conditioning.

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Social Learning Theory

Learning acquired through observing others in social contexts, not just through conditioning.

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Latent Learning

Learning that occurs without immediate reinforcement and is expressed later when conditions favor it.

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Insight Learning

A form of cognitive learning where understanding or solutions arise suddenly after a period of contemplation.

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ABCs of Learning

Antecedents (events before), Behaviors, and Consequences that explain behavior in learning.

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Cognitive Processing in Humans

Mental processes such as beliefs and expectations impacting learning and decision-making.

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Tolman and Honzik Experiment

A study showing latent learning in rats, with one group's behavior improving after receiving a reward.

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Behavioral Modification

Changes in behavior resulting from reinforcement or punishment in learning contexts.

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Stimulus Generalization

The tendency for similar stimuli to evoke the same response as the conditioned stimulus.

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Stimulus Discrimination

The ability to distinguish between two stimuli and respond only to the conditioned stimulus.

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Extinction

The gradual weakening and disappearance of a conditioned response when the unconditioned stimulus is not presented.

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Spontaneous Recovery

The reappearance of an extinguished conditioned response after a rest period.

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Unconditioned Stimulus (UCS)

A stimulus that naturally and automatically triggers a response without conditioning.

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Unconditioned Response (UCR)

The natural response to an unconditioned stimulus.

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Conditioned Stimulus (CS)

A previously neutral stimulus that, after conditioning, evokes a conditioned response.

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Conditioned Response (CR)

The learned response to a conditioned stimulus.

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Study Notes

Learning Definitions and Characteristics

  • Learning is a relatively permanent change in behavior, resulting from experience or practice.
  • Four key attributes of learning: a change in behavior, relative permanence, excluding changes from illness, fatigue, maturation, or intoxicants, and observed through an individual's actions.
  • Learning is not directly observable. It's seen through activities.

Learning Characteristics

  • Learning is a continuous modification of behavior.
  • Learning influences all aspects of life.
  • Learning involves the whole person (social, emotional, and intellectual).
  • Learning often reorganizes experiences.
  • Learning responds to incentives.
  • Learning is an active process.
  • Learning is purposeful.
  • Learning depends on maturation, motivation, and practice.
  • Learning is multifaceted.

Principles of Effective Learning

  • Individuals learn best when physically, mentally, and emotionally ready.
  • Meaningful practice and exercise enhance learning and retention.
  • Positive feelings strengthen learning, while negative feelings weaken it.
  • First learned things create a stronger impression, and the last learning is best remembered.
  • Actual experiences are more effective than substitutes.
  • Learning is aided by relevant abilities and skills.

Factors Affecting Learning

  • Motivation: Stronger learning motivation leads to more effort and enthusiasm.
  • Maturation: Neuro-muscular coordination is crucial for certain tasks. Example: Children need to mature to learn certain abilities.
  • Health: Physical health is essential for learning. Example: Illness, fatigue, malnutrition, toxic conditions, etc., hinder learning.
  • Psychological Well-being: Psychological states like fear, worry, and inferiority can hinder learning, while self-reliance, confidence, and respect promote it.
  • Working Conditions: Optimal learning environments include suitable temperature, good air quality, sufficient light, absence of distractions.
  • Prior Experiences: Previous learning helps in new learning (prior knowledge aids active engagement).
  • Length of Learning Periods: Learning periods should be of appropriate length to avoid fatigue and maximize effectiveness.
  • Spaced Learning: Distributing learning over time is more effective than cramming.

Theories of Learning and Their Applications

  • Behavioral Theories of Learning:
    • Focus on observable behaviors and consequences.
    • Classical Conditioning (Pavlov): Learning occurs through associations between stimuli.
    • Operant Conditioning (Skinner): Learning occurs through consequences (reinforcement, punishment) of behavior.
  • Social Learning Theory (Observational Learning):
    • Learning occurs by observing and imitating others.
    • Attention, retention, motor reproduction, and motivation are essential for observational learning. Example, imitation of role models, and understanding of others' behaviour.
  • Cognitive Learning Theory:
    • Focuses on internal mental processes (thinking, reasoning, and understanding).
    • Latent Learning: Learning that occurs but isn't immediately apparent.
    • Insight Learning: Understanding a problem suddenly rather than gradually.

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