Learning Theory Flashcards
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Behaviorist approach
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A way of explaining behaviour
Interms of what is observable
And in terms of learning
2
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Classical conditioning
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Learning by association
Occurs when 2 stimuli are repeatedly paired together
The NS eventually produces the same response
that was first produced by the UCS
3
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Operant Conditioning
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A form of learning which
Behaviour is shaped and maintained by its consequences
Positive, negative reinforcement and punishment
4
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Positive Rienforcement
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Recieving a reward
When a certain behavior is performed
Increasing the liklihood of repeating this behaviour
5
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Negative Reinforcement
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Avoiding an unpleasant stimulus/ punishment
When a certain behaviour is performed
Decreasing the likelihood it is repeated
