social learning theory

Question 1

assumptions

Answer 1

Bandura proposed that we learn through observation and imitation of other’s behavior.

Question 2

vicarious reinforcement

Answer 2

imitation is more likely to occur if the model is positively reinforced.

Question 3

the role of mediational processes

Answer 3

1) attention- individual notices someone in their environment.
2) retention- individual remembers what they have observed.
3) reproduction- must be able to reproduce the observed behavior
4) motivation- must expect to receive the same positive reinforcements for imitating the observed behaviors that they have observed

Question 4

identification

Answer 4

imitation is more likely to happen if we identify with the model. we see them as sharing some characteristics with us eg. similar age, gender social status, etc