The Learning Approach: Social Learning Theory (SLT) Flashcards
1
Q
Who created the theory
A
Albert Bandura
2
Q
How is SLT different to classical and operant conditioning
A
It takes into account the thoughts and mental process of an individual, while it is a behaviourist theory it could be seen to have cognitive aspects
3
Q
What are the four mediational processes
A
- Attention
- Retention
- (Motor) Reproduction
- Motivation
4
Q
What is attention ( mediational process)
A
whether we notice the behaviour
5
Q
What is retention (mediational process)
A
Whether we remember the behaviour
6
Q
What is reproduction (mediational process)
A
whether we are able to perform the behaviour
7
Q
What is motivation (mediational process)
A
whether the perceived rewards outweigh the perceived costs
