Social Cognitive Views of Learning

Question 1

What is the social learning theory?

Answer 1

The social learning theory is the theory that emphasises learning through observation of others.

Question 2

What are the three factors of the triadic reciprocal causation model?

Answer 2

Environmental events, personal factors and behavioural patterns.

Question 3

Define vicarious reinforcement

Answer 3

A change in behaviour as a result of observing the consequences of the performance of others.

Question 4

What are the six factors that affect observational learning?

Answer 4

Developmental status, model prestige and competence, vicarious consequences, outcome expectations, goal setting and self-efficacy