TLA, Social learning theory: lesson 20 Flashcards
1
Q
What is social learning theory?
A
How people learn from observing eachother
2
Q
What are key facts about the social learning theory?
A
- learning through observation & intimidation
- modelling: others are guide for action
3
Q
What is vicarious reinforcement?
A
- Individual observes role model
- Role model receives reinforcement
- Learner motivated to imitate
4
Q
What are the principles of social learning?
A
- attention
- retention
- reproduction
- motivational
5
Q
What was the experiment used to show social learning theory?
A
Bandura’s bobo doll experiment 1961
1) got 36 girls and 36 boys ages 3-5
2) showed them videos of adults aggressively attacking bobo dolls
3) children out in room with toys and a bobo doll
4) children violent with bobo dolls
5) control group who hadn’t been showed video were not aggressive with bobo doll
6
Q
What are the strengths of Bandura’s experiment?
A
- reliable: well controlled
- applicable: shows danger of media violence
7
Q
What are the weaknesses of Bandura’s experiment?
A
- ethical: exposing children to violence. They could go to nursery violent
- maybe behaviour was just play
