learning theories

Question 1

one way of learning a new skill is through opc which involves reinforcement to strengthen the sr bond

use examples to distinguish the different types of reinforcement (3)

Answer 1

positive and negative reinforcement (1)
positive: use of praise/rewards/self-satisfaction to encourage correct behaviour
negative: removal of criticism/unpleasant stimulus to encourage desired response eg coach stops shouting

Question 2

apart from reinforcement how else could a coach make sure that opc is likely to result in the successful learning of a new skill (3)

Answer 2

use of punishment , correcting mistakes, trial and error learning, manipulating the environment to obtain desired response ‘shaping’

eg use of target areas/feeders/equipment