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What does Bandura's social learning theory emphasize as influencing whether individuals imitate others?
What does Bandura's social learning theory emphasize as influencing whether individuals imitate others?
- Social pressures from peers
- Biological instincts
- Emotional responses
- Cognitive processes (correct)
According to Bandura, which of the following can be imitated beyond mere behaviors?
According to Bandura, which of the following can be imitated beyond mere behaviors?
- Attitudes and values (correct)
- Only negative behaviors
- Only physical actions
- Subconscious desires
What term did Bandura use to describe the cognitive factors that affect imitation?
What term did Bandura use to describe the cognitive factors that affect imitation?
- Observational learning
- Mediational processes (correct)
- Behavioral conditioning
- Reciprocal determinism
Which of the following is least likely to be considered a factor in Bandura's social learning theory?
Which of the following is least likely to be considered a factor in Bandura's social learning theory?
What might influence an individual's decision to imitate behaviors according to Bandura's theory?
What might influence an individual's decision to imitate behaviors according to Bandura's theory?
Flashcards
Social Learning Theory
Social Learning Theory
Albert Bandura's theory that explains how people learn by observing and imitating others.
Mediational Processes
Mediational Processes
A key component of Social Learning Theory, it refers to mental processes that influence how we learn from others, including our thoughts and beliefs.
Cognition
Cognition
These are the internal factors that determine if we will copy a behavior we observe, such as our beliefs, values, and attitudes.
People don't just imitate behavior directly
People don't just imitate behavior directly
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More than just behavior
More than just behavior
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Study Notes
Social Learning Theory: Bandura's Perspective
- Bandura disagreed with the idea that humans simply copy behaviors.
- He proposed that cognition (thoughts) plays a crucial role in whether individuals imitate others.
- He termed these cognitive influences "mediational processes."
- Imitation can encompass attitudes, values, and behaviors, not just actions.
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Explore Bandura's Social Learning Theory and the importance of cognition in the imitation process. This quiz delves into the concept of mediational processes and how they influence attitudes, values, and behaviors. Test your understanding of these key psychological principles.
