5.13-5.14 observational learning

Question 1

bandura’s studies found that learning can take place w/out actual performances. what is this referred to as?

Answer 1

learning/performance distinction

Question 2

Which of the following statements is false?

Answer 2

FALSE 1. Adults are not negatively affected by viewing or playing violent media.

2. Prosocial behavior can be positively influenced by the viewing/playing of prosocial media.
3. There is a strong link between viewing violent media and an increase in aggressive behavior among young people.
4. Young people spend more than 7 hours a day viewing various forms of media.

Question 3

what is the correct sequence of the 4 elements of observational learning?

Answer 3

attention, memory, imitation, desire

Question 4

Gabriella wanted to help her father prepare breakfast. She had watched him crack eggs into a bowl many times, paying careful attention to how he did it. But when she went to crack her own eggs, they smashed into many pieces. Which of the following elements of observational learning was Gabriella’s problem?

Answer 4

1. IMITATIONS
2. attention
3. desire
4. memory