Lesson 13 observational learning 2013

Lesson 13: Observational Learning

Monkey see monkey do!

Friday, 5 April 2013

From last lesson

Compare and contrast Trial and Error learning and Classical Conditioning.

2 marks

Trial and error learning involves learning by trying alternative possibilities until the desired

outcome is achieved, whereas in classical conditioning, learning occurs through the

repeated association of two (or more) different stimuli

Model Response

Today’s lesson

Explain and apply observational learning (modelling) processes in terms of the role of attention,

retention, reproduction, motivation, reinforcement as informed by Albert Bandura’s social learning theory

Results:

Previously the Study Design outlined you needed to know each of Bandura’s three experiments in detail.

This component has been deleted therefore we will not be going into detail about the experiments.

What is important is your understanding of Bandura’s Social Learning Theory (Observational

Learning)

Observing and learning

Activities

1) Your experiences

2) Processes of Observational Learning

3) Media Response

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