Learning theories: Observational learning

Question 1

Observational learning belongs to which psychological approach?

Answer 1

Social learning theory.

Question 2

Which psychologist was responsible for this theory?

Answer 2

Albert Bandura.

Question 3

When was this theory produced?

Answer 3

1977.

Question 4

What is suggested by the observational learning theory?

Answer 4

Acceptable and unacceptable behaviour can be learnt by observation and reproduction of behaviour.

Question 5

What are the 4 mediational processes presented by Bandura?

Answer 5

Attention;
Retention;
Motor reproduction;
Motivation.

Question 6

Attention (Definition:)

Answer 6

Making the demonstration attractive to the performer and cues are used to highlight specific points.

Question 7

Retention (Definition:)

Answer 7

Remembering the demonstration and being able to recall it.

Question 8

Motor reproduction (Definition:)

Answer 8

Having the psychological and physiological ability to complete the task.

Question 9

Motivation (Definition:)

Answer 9

Having the drive to complete the task.

Question 10

How can you remember the 4 mediational processes?

Answer 10

ARMM

Question 11

What is the observational learning model?

Answer 11

Demonstration ->
Attention ->
Retention ->
Motor reproduction ->
Motivation ->
Matching performance.

Question 12

What is likely to make a demonstration or behaviour more likely to be copied?

Answer 12

• They are close to appropriate social norms (similar ability player);
• They are reinforced
• They are powerful, visually and physically;
• They are consistent;
• They are relevant.

Question 13

How can a coach increase the motivation of a performer?

Answer 13

By giving praise and rewards for positive responses.

Question 14

After watching the demonstration, when should the player attempt the skill they have seen?

Answer 14

Straight away so that the demonstration is fresh in their mind.