learning pt 2 Flashcards

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extinction

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decrease in the conditioned response when the unconditioned stimulus is no longer paired with the conditioned stimulus

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spontaneous recovery

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return of a previously extinguished conditioned response

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stimulus discrimination

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ability to respond differently to similar stimuli

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stimulus generalization

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demonstrating the conditioned response to stimuli that are similar to the conditioned stimulus

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operant conditioning

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form of learning in which the stimulus/experience happens after the behavior is demonstrated

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law of effect

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behavior that is followed by consequences satisfying to the organism will be repeated and behaviors that are followed by unpleasant consequences will be discouraged

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positive reinforcement

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adding a desirable stimulus to increase a behavior

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negative reinforcement

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taking away an undesirable stimulus to increase a behavior

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punishment

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implementation of a consequence in order to decrease a behavior

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positive punishment

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adding an undesirable stimulus to stop or decrease a behavior

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