Learning theory Flashcards
1
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What is Clasiscal Conditioning?
A
Learning to associate two stimuli so that we repond to one as we already respond to the other.
2
Q
Give an example of operant conditioning.
A
Pavlovs’s Dogs
3
Q
What is negative reinforcement?
A
A behaviour producing an unpleasant concequence, or escaping from something unpleasant.
4
Q
Sears et al (1957) suggeted what about attachment?
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As caregivers provide food, the primary drive of hunger becomes generalised to them.
5
Q
How does Harlow, 1958 disprove learning theory
A
As the monkeys disprove the importance of food.
6
Q
Evaluations +
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-Some conditioning may be involved - food most likely plays a role in the raising of a child due to biological functions
7
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Evaluations -
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- Counter evidence from animal studies - Harlow contact comfort
- Counter evidence form humans studies - Schaffer and Emerson
