Chapter 5C

Question 1

observational learning

Answer 1

social-cognitive approach to learning that occurs when a learner observes a models actions and their consequences to guide their future actions

Question 2

is observational learning a active type of learning

Answer 2

active type of learning compared to other types of learning.

Question 3

what are the 5 stages of observational learning

Answer 3

attention
retention
reproduction
motivation
reinforcement

Question 4

attention

Answer 4

the learner must actively watch the models behavior and the consequences.

Question 5

what factors will make a learner more likely to focus on the model

Answer 5

if the model is:
attractive
credible
well respected
authority figure

Question 6

retention

Answer 6

the learner must store a mental representation of the models behavior for future use

Question 7

reproduction

Answer 7

the learner must have the necessary physical and mental capabilities.

Question 8

motivation

Answer 8

the learner must have a desire to imitate the models behavior

Question 9

reinforcement

Answer 9

the reinforcement on offer influences the learners desire and the likelihood that the learner will reproduce the behavior in the future.

Question 10

what also influences whether a learner will reproduce the models behavior

Answer 10

the consequences that the model receives could also increase or decrease the likelihood of the learner reproducing the models behavior.