Evaluation Of Social Learning Theory

Question 1

Over reliance on evidence from lab studies?

Answer 1

Many of banduras ideas developed in lab settings - may respond to demand characteristics - shows little about aggression in everyday life

Question 2

Underestimates the influence of biological factors?

Answer 2

Little reference to impact of biological factors - boys more aggressive than girls - explained by hormonal factors like more testosterone

Question 3

Explains cultural differences in behaviour?

Answer 3

Has the advantage of being able to explain cultural differences in behaviour - can account for how children learn from other individuals which can explain gender roles

Question 4

Reciprocal determinism?

Answer 4

Understands we aren’t influenced by external environment but also influence our own behaviour - free will