wk 11 terms Flashcards
social learning theory
theory that emphasizes learning through observation of others
Triarchic reciprocal casualty
an explanation of behaviour that emphasizes the mutual effects of the individual an environment on each other.
social cognitive theory
theory that adds concern with cognitive factors such as beliefs, self-perceptions, and expectations to social learning theory.
vicarious reinforcement
increasing the chances that we will repeat a behaviour by observing another person being reinforced for that behaviour.
self-reinforcement
controlling (selecting and administering your own reinforcers.
self-efficacy
a persons sense of being able to deal effectively with a particular task.
human agency
the capacity to coordinate learning skills, motivation, and emotions to reach your goals.
mastery experiences
our own direct experiences – the most powerful source of efficacy information
arousal
physical and psychological reactions causing a person to feel alert, excited, or tense.
vicarious experiences
accomplishments that are modelled by someone else.
modeling
changes in behaviour, thinking, or emotions, that happen through observing another person – a model.
social persuation
a “pep-talk” or specific performance feedback – one source of self-efficacy.
self-regulation
process of activating and sustaining thoughts, behaviours, and emotions in order to reach goals.
volition
willpower; self-discipline; work styles that protect opportunities to reach goals by applying self-regulated learning.
co-regulation
A transitional phase during which students gradually appropriate self-regulated learning and skills through modelling, direct teaching, feedback, and coaching from teachers, parents, or peers.
