Approaches: Evaluation of Social Learning Theory (AO3):

Question 1

How does Fox et al (2006) study support Social Learning Theory?

Answer 1

It found that participants imitated virtual models engaging in exercise if the model was similar to them.

Question 2

Why is the inclusion of cognitive factors in learning a strength of Social Learning Theory?

Answer 2

Because SLT considers the role of mediational processes and reciprocal determinism, rather than only focusing on the environment.

Question 3

What contradictory research challenges SLT according to Siegel and McCormick (2006)?

Answer 3

It suggests young people may seek out deviant peers regardless of rewards, going against SLT’s assumptions.

Question 4

Why is over-reliance on lab studies a limitation of SLT?

Answer 4

Because results may lack ecological validity due to artificial settings like Bandura’s Bobo doll study.

Question 5

How does SLT underestimate biological factors?

Answer 5

It overlooks biological influences like gender differences (e.g., boys being more aggressive than girls) found in Bandura’s study.