Funny Little Riddle

Chapter Overview 6.1

How We Learn

Conditioning and Emotional Responses Contemporary Views of Classical Conditioning

Learning to Predict Biological and Evolutionary Predispositions

CONCEPT LEARNING CHECK 6.1 Comparing

Types of Learning

6.2

Classical Conditioning

Pavlov’s Experiments

Acquisition Extinction and Spontaneous Recovery Generalization Discrimination

Applying Principles of Classical Conditioning

Watson and Behaviorism Little Albert Experiment

Review of Terminology, Processes, and Factors That Affect Classical Conditioning

CONCEPT LEARNING CHECK 6.2 Applying

Principles of Classical Conditioning

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Learning Objectives

Learning

6.1 6.2 6.3 6.4

Distinguish among three major types of learning theories focusing on behavior. Identify the principles of classical conditioning involving reflexive behaviors. Apply the principles of operant conditioning based on the consequences of behavior. Explain the evidence that learning can occur without acting out behavior.

6.3

Operant Conditioning

Thorndike’s Law of Effect Skinner’s Experiments

Reinforcement Acquisition and Shaping Generalization and Discrimination Extinction Schedules of Reinforcement

Applying Principles of Operant Conditioning CONCEPT LEARNING CHECK 6.3 Comparing

Summary of Multiple Influences on Learning CONCEPT LEARNING CHECK 6.4 Learning by

Consequences of Behavior

Observing

6.4

A Cognitive Approach: Observational Learning

CRITICAL THINKING APPLICATION

Tolman’s Latent Learning Bandura’s Social-Cognitive Learning Theory

Acquisition vs. Performance Basic Processes Biological Basis: Mirrors in the Brain Applying Principles of Observational Learning

Punishment Review of Terminology, Processes, and Factors That Affect Operant Conditioning Contemporary Views of Operant Conditioning

Learned Helplessness Intrinsic Motivation Biological Influences on Operant Conditioning

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