B.F. Skinner Flashcards
1
Q
what was his lifespan?
A
1904-1990
2
Q
what was he best known for?
A
operant conditioning
3
Q
definition for positive reinforcement
A
- something is being “added”
- friendly and encouraging
- increases the tendency that the behaviour will happen again
4
Q
definition for negative reinforcement
A
something being taken away in an effort to increase the tendency that the behaviour will occur again
5
Q
definition for positive punishment
A
something is being added in an effort to decrease the tendency that a behaviour will occur again
6
Q
definition for negative punishment
A
something is being taken away in an effort to decrease the tendency that a behaviour will occur again
