social learning theory

Question 1

what are the key assumptions of the social learning theory

Answer 1

aggres that behaviour is learnt
beheaviour is learnt through observation and imitation of others

Question 2

what is vicarious reinforcement

Answer 2

learner observes behaviour and the consequences of behaviour

Question 3

when does imitation occur

Answer 3

when behaviour is seen to be rewarded

Question 4

what is the mediational processes

Answer 4

attention- extent to we notice behaviours
retention- how well we remember behaviours
motor reproduction- ability of the observer to perform behaviour
motivation- will to perform behaviour based on whether the behaviour is rewarded/programmed

Question 5

what is identification

Answer 5

people imitate people they identify with
cwhich is a role model
role model can be attractive or with status or someone with simiklar characteristics like siblings

Question 6

who is the researcher of the social learning theory

Answer 6

albert bandura

Question 7

strength of the social learning theory

Answer 7

recognises the importance of cognitive factors
real life application- explains cultural differences and accounts real world behaviour
recipricol determinism- elements of free will with how the iduvidual thinks and feels

Question 8

limitation of the social learning theory

Answer 8

lab studies- demand characteristics, bobo doll cant explain how children learn agression