operant learning and token economies Flashcards
what is this influenced by
learning theories and skinners theory
what is the underpinning principle
behaviours that are reinforced are strengthened whereas behaviours that are punished are weakened
what is the policy
where a token is given for a desirable action which is later exchanged for a treat
what is a prision adjudication
a disciplinary hearing if you break prison rules/offences held by the governor or independent adjudicator
what:
- are the privileges
- are the punishment
- are the levels
- is good behaviour
of the IEP
PRIVILEGES:
- more visits
- TV
- earn/spend money
- wear own clothes
PUNISHMENT:
- prison disciplinary charges
- privileges taken away
LEVELS:
- basic (only basic needs met)
- standard level (takes 28 days to get moved here, 14 days if new)
- enhanced level: (3 months to get here)
- downgraded if break rules
GOOD BEHVAIOUR:
- no violence
- being active in their rehabilitation
- helping staff
what does the IEP do
- promotes conforming behaviour through rational choice
- creates controlled and safe environment for staff and prisoners
how does this policy link to skinner
can control behaviour in prisons by rewarding desirable behaviour so its repeated and bad behaviour with negative consequences
what did fo and o’donnel devise
a buddy system in which adult volunteers are assigned a young offender to provide consistent reinforcement for socially acceptable ways of behaviour
STRENGTH: how can fo and o’donnel be used as a strength
shows effectiveness with both adult and young offenders
STRENGTH: is there any ethical reprcussions
there arent any as they arent as damaging as other policies from individualist policies
WEAKNESS: is it long term
no, good behaviour may not progress once leaving prison
WEAKNESS: why might they not be true
they may only be preformed for rewards
