Skinner and behaviourism

Question 1

what did skinner look at

Answer 1

Behaviourism
- continuation or ceasing of behaviours
- consequences of behaviour linked to continuous occurrence

Question 2

what is positive reinforcement

Answer 2

• adult praises child for good behaviour
• lead to an increase in that behaviour and correct language use

Question 3

what is negative reinforcement

Answer 3

• lead to a decrease of the negative behaviour and incorrect language use

Question 4

what is punishment

Answer 4

the presence of an unpleasant stimulus which decreases behaviour