Psychology - Aggression - SLT

Question 1

Name the 4 description points of SLT in aggression

Answer 1

1 - direct/indirect learning
2 - vicarious reinforcement
3 - 4 cognitive conditions
4 - self-efficacy

Question 2

Name the 4 cognitive conditions in SLT in aggression

Answer 2

Attention , retention , motivation , reproduction

Question 3

Define vicarious reinforcement in SLT in aggression

Answer 3

Observation of someone else being rewarded for a behaviour so you imitate

Question 4

Briefly describe direct/indirect learning point in SLT in aggression

Answer 4

Classical and operant conditioning

Question 5

Describe self-efficacy in SLT in aggression

Answer 5

The extent to which we believe our actions will achieve a desired goal (how confident we are)

Question 6

Name the researcher/research into SLT in aggression

Answer 6

Bandura/ Bobo doll

Question 7

What does Bandura’s research into SLT in aggression look into?

Answer 7

Observation and imitation of a model

Question 8

Give 1 positive evaluation point of SLT in aggression

Answer 8

Poulin & Boivin - 9-12 y/o aggressive boys form friendships with other aggressive boys

Question 9

Give 2 negative evaluation points for SLT in aggression

Answer 9

1 - Can’t explain all types of aggression

2 - Cultural differences