Principles and theories of learning

Question 1

What are the four theories

Answer 1

Operant conditioning(skinner)
Insight learning(Gestalt)
Social development theory(Vygotsky)
Observstional learning(Bandura)

Question 2

What is operant conditioning?

Answer 2

Is a theory of learning proposed by Skinner and shows that for a performer to learn a skill they must enhance their S-R bond. They do this by the coach manipulating the environment, shaping their behavior, using negative/positive reinforcement and punishment. Then when they know the skill they use positive reinforcement so the performer to repeat the skill and strengthen their S-R bond.

Question 3

What is observational learning?

Answer 3

Is a theory of learning proposed by Bandura and shows that to learn a skill observation is needed. This is where a coach firstly demonstrates. Then player pays attention then retains the demonstration. Then motor reproduces the move and finally has to be motivated.

Question 4

What is social development theory?

Answer 4

This a theory made by Vygotsky it is mainly focused on What a player can do alone? What a player can do with help? What a player can’t do yet?

Question 5

What is Insight learning?

Answer 5

This theory is proposed by Gestalist and suggests that the performer uses existing knowledge and encourages a performer to think for themselves which develops their cognitive process.