Learning Theory Eval Flashcards
1
Q
How is it being based on animal theories a weakness?
A
Does not consider complex emotional bonds that form between human infants and their caregiver
2
Q
How does SLT oversimplify human nature?
A
Human attachment is complex-
Due to research being based on Skinners pigeons and rats
No acknowledgment of emotional factors
3
Q
How does Harlows research refute SLT?
A
Infant’s preferred conformity
Shows the importance of contact comfort even in a feared situation
4
Q
How does shaffer and Emerson’s research refute SLT?
A
Human infants attachment is often formed off of emotional bonding
5
Q
Empirical support
A
Examples of when infants learn attachment behaviours through observing and imitating their caregivers
