Social learning theory Flashcards
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Define SLT
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Learning through observation and imitation
2
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Stages of SLT
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Attention
Retention
Reproduction
Motivation
3
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Imitation
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Copying behaviour of others
Needs ability to perform it
4
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Identification
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Observer associates with the role model
5
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Modelling
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Imitating the behaviour of a role model.
Demonstrating specific behaviour imitated by the observer
6
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Vicarious reinforcement
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Not directly experienced but occurs through observing someone else being reinforced (observing consequences of the models actions)
7
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Mediations processes
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Cognitive factors that influence learning
8
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evaluation of slt x3
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- underestimates influence of biological factors
- over reliance on evidence from lab studies
- importance of cognitive factors
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evaluation
underestimates influence of biological factors
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- bandura makes little refernce to biological factors
- bobo doll study: boys are more violent regardless of situation
- could be explained by hormonal factors
10
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evaluation
over reliance on on evidence from lab studies
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- banduras ideas were developed through observation in lab settings
- may repsond with demand characteristics
- bobo doll study: point was to strike it so children mey have done what was expected
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evaluation
importance of cognitive factors
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- operant and classical conditioning cant offer adequate account of learning
- humans and animals store information about the behaviour of others and use this to make judgements about when its appropriate to perform certain actions
- slt- more comprehensive explanations
