Prediction Errors Flashcards
1
Q
________ _______ predicts the likelihood of outcomes given specific events.
A
Classical conditioning
2
Q
_________ _________ predicts the consequences of actions.
A
Instrumental learning
3
Q
_________ is the central construct in conceptualization of learning.
A
Prediction
4
Q
What is the central tenet of contemporary learning models?
A
Discrepancies between expected and actual outcomes, generate critical signals for learning.
5
Q
The “prediction error” signal appears to be encoded as…?
A
Changes in phasic firing of dopaminergic neurons
6
Q
T/F: A change in preference for a restaurant after consuming a meal there, is a good example of the TD learning model.
A
True!
7
Q
T/F: Better ability to discriminate birds after birdwatching trip is a good example of the TD model.
A
False.
