SLT

Question 1

What is SLT ?

Answer 1

A way of explaining behaviour that includes direct and indirect reinforcment , combining learning theory with cognitive factors

Question 2

Assumptions of SLT :

Answer 2

• Agree with behaviourists that behaviour is learnt from experience but
  -behaviour is learnt through observation and imitation of others within a social context.
  -SLT occurs directly (classical and operant) but also indirectly

Question 3

Indirect learning :

Answer 3

Vicarious reinforcement ; where an individual observes the behaviour of others , learner may imitate this behaviour but imitaion only occurs if behaviour is seen to be rewarded rather than punished.

Question 4

How is SLT and cognitive approach linked ?

Answer 4

SLT is often described as a bridge between traditional learning theory and cognitive approach because it focuses on how mental factors are involved in learning

Question 5

What are the four mental processes (cognitive factors)

Answer 5

Attention
Retention
Motor reproduction
Motivation
Attention + retention = learning behaviour
Motor + motivation = performance of behaviour

Question 6

What is identification ?

Answer 6

When an observer’s associates themselves with a role model and wants to be like their role model

Question 7

Role models :

Answer 7

People are more likely to imitate the behaviour of people with whom they identify.

Question 8

Characteristics of a role model ;

Answer 8

Higher status
Same gender
Possess similar characteristics to the observer and/or attractive