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What is the foundation of the Sign Learning theory in Purposive Behaviorism?
What is the foundation of the Sign Learning theory in Purposive Behaviorism?
- John Watson's behaviorism and cognitive psychology
- Gestalt psychology and John Watson's behaviorism (correct)
- John Dewey's pragmatism and functionalism
- Gestalt psychology and cognitive psychology
What is the primary driving force behind an organism's learning according to Purposive Behaviorism?
What is the primary driving force behind an organism's learning according to Purposive Behaviorism?
- Pursuit of signs to a goal (correct)
- Response to external stimuli
- Internal motivation and desires
- Social influence and peer pressure
How does Purposive Behaviorism view individuals' responses to stimuli?
How does Purposive Behaviorism view individuals' responses to stimuli?
- As passive recipients of external stimuli
- As active agents responding to internal motivations (correct)
- As mere responders to external stimuli
- As automatons reacting to environmental cues
What is the nature of behavior according to Tolman's view?
What is the nature of behavior according to Tolman's view?
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What is the key characteristic of learning in Purposive Behaviorism?
What is the key characteristic of learning in Purposive Behaviorism?
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Study Notes
Purposive Behaviorism
- A branch of psychology that combines objective study of behavior, founded on principles from Gestalt psychology and behaviorism (John Watson).
Principles of Purposive Behaviorism
- Learning is always purposive and goal-directed, involving the pursuit of signs to achieve a goal.
- Individuals do more than just respond to stimuli, they act based on their beliefs, attitudes, and changing conditions, striving towards goals.
- Purposive behaviorism views behavior as holistic, purposive, and cognitive, as described by Tolman.
Key Features
- Sign learning theory, emphasizing the role of signs in goal-directed learning.
- Tolman's work combines insights from Gestalt psychology and behaviorism to understand human behavior.
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