SLT Flashcards
What does SLT stand for?
Social Learning Theory
What is a key concept of Social Learning Theory?
Vicarious reinforcement
What is vicarious reinforcement?
Indirect learning from the experiences of others
What does observation lead to in the context of SLT?
Imitation
What influences the likelihood of imitation according to SLT?
Presence of rewards or punishments
What role do role models play in SLT?
Identification with similar, attractive individuals with high social status
True or False: SLT ignores cognitive elements in learning.
False
Fill in the blank: SLT includes _______ which allows for free will.
free will
How does SLT differ from stimulus-response learning?
It includes cognitive elements and does not solely rely on direct experiences
What does SLT suggest about the criminal justice system?
It is compatible with the concept of free will
What is the primary focus of Bandura’s investigation in SLT?
What happens between stimulus and response
What are the four cognitive processes involved in mediation?
- Attention (noticed)
- Retention (remembered)
- Reproduction (ability to do it)
- Motivation (the will to do it)
These processes are crucial for understanding how individuals learn and replicate behaviors.
What is the strength of the Bobo doll study related to its methodology?
Highly controlled (high internal validity)
This strength indicates that the study effectively isolated variables to determine cause and effect.
What makes the Bobo doll study highly replicable?
Standardised procedures and instructions
Replicability is essential in research to confirm findings across different contexts and samples.
What is a major ethical concern regarding the Bobo doll study?
Unethical for children
The study involved children observing aggressive behavior, raising questions about potential psychological harm.
