Social Learning Theory

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Social learning theory

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proposed by Bandura includes direct and indirect reinforcement, combining learning theory with role of cognitive factors

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Elements of SLT

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Modelling-live models or symbolic
Imitation- copying the behaviours of another person
Identification- similar characteristics influence likelihood of imitation
Vicarious reinforcement- reward or watching reward given increases likelihood

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Mediational processes ARMR

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Attention- whether we notice
Retention- remember longterm
Motivation- is it worth it?
Reproduction- physically perform?

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Strengths of SLT

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Real life application- cultural differences being transmitted + explains aggression
Research- Bandura

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Weaknesses of SLT

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Lab based- demand characteristics, hard to apply
Deterministic- we cant control it

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How did Bandura counter determinism

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Reciprocal determinism, we exert some influence also
Has more face validity- more optimistic

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Soft determinism

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Acknowledges role of free will

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Strength of soft determinism

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Inline with human intuition so has more face validity and is more optimistic than behaviorism