Behaviourism: KT Flashcards
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Behaviourist Approach
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A way of explaining behaviour in terms of what is observable (and in terms of learning)
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Classical conditioning
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Learning by association
Occurs when two stimuli are repeatedly paired together - UCS + neutral stimulus. Neutral stimulus eventually produces same response as UCS
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Operant conditioning
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A form of learning om which behaviour is shaped and maintained by consequence.
Consequences = + or - or punishment
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Reinforcement
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A consequence of behaviour that increases the likelihood of that behaviour being repeated
(+ or -)
