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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?
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?
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?
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?
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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?
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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.
