Learning theories

Question 1

What is Thorndikes law of exercise

Answer 1

-Rehearsing or repeating actions strengthens reinforcement
-e.g. in hockey, repeated dribbling practice strengthens s-r bonds

Question 2

What is Thorndikes law of effect

Answer 2

-If followed by a pleasant reaction, then the s-r bonds are strengthened. If the following reaction is negative, then the s-r bonds are weakened
-e.g in rugby, positive comments about a players tackling technique strengthens s-r bonds and negative comments weaken s-r bonds

Question 3

What is Thorndikes law of readiness

Answer 3

-The athlete must be both mentally and physically capable of performing the skill efficiently
-e.g. If a rugby player is injured then they might not be able to catch and pass effectively

Question 4

What is positive reinforcement

Answer 4

The stimulus is given when the desired response occurs

Question 5

What is negative reinforcement

Answer 5

The stimulus is withdrawn when the desired response occurs

Question 6

What is punishment

Answer 6

Giving a stimuli to prevent a response occurring

Question 7

What is shaping

Answer 7

A coach uses positive reinforcement to gradually shape a performers behaviour towards a desired outcome

Question 8

Acronym for Cognitive theory of learning

Answer 8

WIPPI
Whole, Insight, Perception, Past experiences, Intervening variables

Question 9

What is the social learning theory

Answer 9

-Form of visual guidance
-A demonstration is presented for the learner to copy
-Role model will be copied if same gender and high status
-Process involves Attention, Retention, Motor reproduction and motivation