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Repetition has no significant impact on learning skills and behaviors.
Repetition has no significant impact on learning skills and behaviors.
False
Observational learning allows individuals to acquire new skills by imitating others.
Observational learning allows individuals to acquire new skills by imitating others.
True
Operant conditioning is based solely on the observation of others without any consequences.
Operant conditioning is based solely on the observation of others without any consequences.
False
Negative reinforcement increases the likelihood of a behavior by removing an unpleasant stimulus.
Negative reinforcement increases the likelihood of a behavior by removing an unpleasant stimulus.
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Positive reinforcement involves the addition of something unpleasant to decrease a behavior.
Positive reinforcement involves the addition of something unpleasant to decrease a behavior.
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The four contingencies of reinforcement include positive reinforcement, negative reinforcement, punishment, and neglect.
The four contingencies of reinforcement include positive reinforcement, negative reinforcement, punishment, and neglect.
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Punishment is intended to increase the frequency of undesirable behaviors.
Punishment is intended to increase the frequency of undesirable behaviors.
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Cleaning your room to avoid nagging from your mother is an example of negative reinforcement.
Cleaning your room to avoid nagging from your mother is an example of negative reinforcement.
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Contingencies of reinforcement refer to the conditions that influence the application of rewards or punishments.
Contingencies of reinforcement refer to the conditions that influence the application of rewards or punishments.
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The primary goal of observational learning is to learn through direct experience.
The primary goal of observational learning is to learn through direct experience.
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A change in behavior that is temporary does not qualify as learning.
A change in behavior that is temporary does not qualify as learning.
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Learning can occur without any form of practice or experience.
Learning can occur without any form of practice or experience.
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Feedback is a principle of learning that enhances effectiveness during training.
Feedback is a principle of learning that enhances effectiveness during training.
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Active learning is less effective than passive listening in training situations.
Active learning is less effective than passive listening in training situations.
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Multiple sense learning utilizes only auditory and tactile senses for better retention.
Multiple sense learning utilizes only auditory and tactile senses for better retention.
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Learning behaviors resulting from maturation or disease are considered valid examples of learning.
Learning behaviors resulting from maturation or disease are considered valid examples of learning.
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Material that is meaningful to the trainee enhances the learning process.
Material that is meaningful to the trainee enhances the learning process.
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Reinforcement implies that behaviors which are rewarded are likely to be lost over time.
Reinforcement implies that behaviors which are rewarded are likely to be lost over time.
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Observable changes in behavior are the only indicators of learning occurring.
Observable changes in behavior are the only indicators of learning occurring.
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There are a total of five principles of learning outlined in this content.
There are a total of five principles of learning outlined in this content.
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SCT posits that motivation to learn is influenced solely by environmental factors.
SCT posits that motivation to learn is influenced solely by environmental factors.
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Observational learning involves acquiring new behaviors through direct experiences only.
Observational learning involves acquiring new behaviors through direct experiences only.
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Positive reinforcement in organizational behavior management refers to the application of negative consequences to discourage undesirable behavior.
Positive reinforcement in organizational behavior management refers to the application of negative consequences to discourage undesirable behavior.
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Progressive discipline means that punishments are kept constant regardless of the severity of the undesirable behavior.
Progressive discipline means that punishments are kept constant regardless of the severity of the undesirable behavior.
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Delivering punishment immediately after an undesirable response is a key practice of effective discipline.
Delivering punishment immediately after an undesirable response is a key practice of effective discipline.
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In behavior management, the focus should solely be on punishing the individual rather than addressing the undesirable behavior.
In behavior management, the focus should solely be on punishing the individual rather than addressing the undesirable behavior.
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The principle of equal punishment ensures that everyone receives the same level of punishment for the same infraction.
The principle of equal punishment ensures that everyone receives the same level of punishment for the same infraction.
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Mona's behavior of taking a short coffee break to avoid conflict exemplifies positive reinforcement.
Mona's behavior of taking a short coffee break to avoid conflict exemplifies positive reinforcement.
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Effective discipline requires that reasons for punishment be communicated clearly while respecting the individual.
Effective discipline requires that reasons for punishment be communicated clearly while respecting the individual.
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All forms of learning, including operant and classical conditioning, involve cognitive processes in SCT.
All forms of learning, including operant and classical conditioning, involve cognitive processes in SCT.
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Extinction is the process through which behaviors increase in strength following the termination of reinforcement.
Extinction is the process through which behaviors increase in strength following the termination of reinforcement.
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Negative reinforcement increases the probability of a behavior by removing an unpleasant stimulus.
Negative reinforcement increases the probability of a behavior by removing an unpleasant stimulus.
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Punishment always involves the withdrawal of a pleasant stimulus.
Punishment always involves the withdrawal of a pleasant stimulus.
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Praise from a supervisor serves as an example of positive reinforcement.
Praise from a supervisor serves as an example of positive reinforcement.
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According to social cognitive theory, behavior is solely influenced by external environmental factors.
According to social cognitive theory, behavior is solely influenced by external environmental factors.
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The absence of praise can lead to extinction of helpful behavior.
The absence of praise can lead to extinction of helpful behavior.
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An example of punishment is being rewarded for performing poorly in a task.
An example of punishment is being rewarded for performing poorly in a task.
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The theory of social cognition was developed by B.F. Skinner.
The theory of social cognition was developed by B.F. Skinner.
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Behaviors tend to diminish in strength due to extinction when they are consistently reinforced.
Behaviors tend to diminish in strength due to extinction when they are consistently reinforced.
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Self-beliefs are a critical element in social cognitive theory’s explanation of human behavior.
Self-beliefs are a critical element in social cognitive theory’s explanation of human behavior.
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Study Notes
Organizational Behavior - Learning
- Learning Definition: A relatively permanent behavior change resulting from practice and experience.
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Key Aspects of Learning:
- Change in Behavior: Learning involves a change in behavior.
- Relatively Permanent Change: Changes due to fatigue or temporary adaptation are not considered learning.
- Experience-Based: Learning requires experience, practice, or training. Physical maturation is not learning.
- Reflected in Behavior: Learning is inferred through observing behavioral changes; it's not directly observable.
Principles of Learning
- Feedback: Effective learning involves reciprocal feedback between instructor and trainee. Trainees benefit from feedback on their performance, while instructors gain feedback on their training methods.
- Active Learning: Active participation in the learning process promotes quicker and more effective learning compared to passive methods. Active responding is superior to passive listening or reading.
- Reinforcement: Rewarded learning is more likely to be retained. Rewards are key for children, students, and pets to learn.
- Meaningful Material: The learning material should relate to the trainee's existing knowledge for a deeper understanding.
- Multiple Sense Learning: Engaging multiple senses for learning (specifically Sight and Hearing) boosts effectiveness.
- Repetition: Repetition reinforces learning. "Practice makes perfect" applies to a variety of learning situations, such as learning a foreign language or multiplication tables..
Types of Learning
- Observational Learning: Acquiring new behaviors and skills by observing and imitating others. Social learning theory explains this process.
- Operant Conditioning: Learning by associating the consequences of actions with the actions themselves. Positive consequences lead to repeated actions, while negative consequences lead to avoidance.
Contingencies of Reinforcement
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Positive Reinforcement: Adding a stimulus to increase the likelihood of a behavior. (Stimulus=Reward)
- Examples: Bonuses, praise, promotions, increases in pay.
- Negative Reinforcement: Removing a stimulus to increase the likelihood of a behavior. (Removing the stimulus to encourage the behavior) -Examples: Removing nagging, avoiding a fine, avoiding a pay cut.
- Punishment: Adding an unpleasant stimulus to decrease the likelihood of a behavior. (Punishing to discourage the behavior) -Examples: Demotions, fines, reprimands.
- Extinction: Removing a reinforcing stimulus that was previously encouraging a behavior, leading a decrease in that behavior. (Removing incentive) -Example: No longer giving attention to a student's disruptive behavior.
Social Cognitive Theory
- Developed by Albert Bandura: Social Cognitive Theory emphasizes the importance of cognitive processes (perceptions, thoughts, self-beliefs) on behavior, alongside environmental factors.
- Reciprocal Relationship: Personal, behavioral, and environmental elements interact dynamically, shaping behavior.
Organizational Practices
- Behavior Management (OB Mod): Systematic application of positive reinforcement to enhance desirable organizational behaviors.
- Discipline: Systematically addressing undesirable behavior. Progressive discipline involves escalating consequences.
Effective Discipline
- Immediacy: Deliver punishment immediately following unwanted behaviors.
- Moderation: Utilize moderate levels of punishment, avoiding overly harsh or lenient measures.
- Specificity: Punish the behavior, not the person.
- Consistency: Treat all instances of unwanted behaviors and individuals similarly.
- Reasoning: Communicate the clear reasons for punishment while maintaining dignity and respect.
Discussion Questions (Answers Implied)
- Question 1: Observational Learning
- Question 2: Punishment
- Question 3: Negative Reinforcement
- Question 4: All of the above (Deliver punishment, give moderate punishment, and punish behavior not person)
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This quiz explores the essential concepts of learning within organizational behavior. It covers definitions, key aspects, and principles such as feedback and active learning. Test your understanding of how behavior change occurs through experience and practice.
