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Learning Theories
- Behaviorism

LE ARNI NG OUTCOMES
After studying this chapter, you should be able to:
1.	

Explain the principles of classical conditioning, operant conditioning and social
learning theory;

2.	

Compare among classical
learning theory; and

3.	

Apply the principles of classical conditioning, operant conditioning and social
learning theory in classroom teaching.

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INTRODUCTION
Learning is the main focus in the
field of educational psychology. In
Chapter 1, we have briefly explained the
meaning of learning from three major
perspectives including the behavioural
perspective. In this chapter, we shall
extend the discussion of behavioural
approaches to learning in greater detail.
We begin by discussing the classical
conditioning. Next, we examine the
definition and concepts of operant
conditioning. This is followed by the
explanation of the principles in the social learning theory. In the final section of this
chapter, we look at the application of the principles of classical conditioning, operant
conditioning, and social learning theory.

4.1 	

Classical Conditioning

The concept of classical conditioning was developed by a Russian physiologist, Ivan
Pavlov (1849-1936). According to Papalia, Feldman, & Olds, they define the classical
conditioning as:

From the definition above, we understand that the key element in classical conditioning is
association. It means that if two stimuli repeatedly experienced together, they will become
associated. For example, if a student frequently encounters unpleasant stimuli in
Mathematics class such as unfriendly teachers, difficult questions, and a lot of homework,
he may learn to dislike Mathematics.

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Pavlov’s Experiments

Ivan Pavlov,
Russian physiologist

Pavlov discovered classical conditioning almost by accident.
Originally, he wanted to study the role of salivation in digestion. He
measured how much saliva dogs produce when given meat. After
a few days in the experiment,Pavlov noticed that the dogs in his
laboratory started salivating when the lab attendant entered the
room with the meat dish, before meat was placed in their mouth.

This aroused Pavlov’s curiosity and he pursued the
issue with more experiments. For example, he sounded a bell just before
presenting his dogs with food. After hearing the bell many times right before
getting fed, the dogs began to salivate as soon as the bell rang. In other word, the dogs
had been conditioned to salivate in response to a new stimulus (the bell) that normally
would not produce salivation. The dogs had learned to associate the bell with food.
4.1.2 	

Types of Stimulus and Response

Remember from Chapter 1 that a stimulus is an observable environmental event that has a
potential to exert control over a behavioural response. A response is an over behaviour by a
learner. Put it in a simpler way, a stimulus is anything that can directly influence behaviour
and the stimulus produces a response.
In classical conditioning, there are 2 types of stimulus and 2 types of response. They are
unconditioned stimulus, conditioned stimulus, unconditioned response, and conditioned
response as explained in figure 4.1.
Classical Conditioning
Stimulus

Response

Unconditioned stimulus (UCS)

Unconditioned response (UCR)

• 	 This is a stimulus that can produce the 	
	 response without any learning. 	
•	 Example: Meat.

•	 This is the unlearned or inborn reaction 	
	 to the unconditioned stimulus.
•	 Example: Salivation.

Conditioned stimulus (CS)

Conditioned response (CR)

•	
	
	
	
•	

•	
	
	
•	

Conditioned stimulus acquired the
ability to produce the response because 	
it was paired (associated) with the
unconditioned stimulus.
Example: Bell.

When a response is produced by the 	
conditioned stimulus, it is referred to as 	
the conditioned response.
Example: Salivation.

Figure 4.1: Types of stimulus and respons in classical conditioning

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Look at Figure 4.2 to help us understand the meaning of these stimulus and responses as
well as the steps in the process of classical conditioning.

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Figure 4.2: Process of classical conditioning

4.1.3 	

Common Phenomena in Classical Conditioning

There are 3 common phenomena in classical conditioning, they are generalization, discrimination, and extinction. The descriptions for these phenomena are explained below.

Generalization

Generalization occurs when similar stimuli to a CS produce the CR. A
student may generalize his fear to physics and chemistry tests although
he had performed poorly only on mathematics test. In this case, the
physics and chemistry tests were similar stimuli to the mathematics
test and they produced the CR by themselves.

Discrimination

Discrimination is the opposite of generalization. It refers to the ability to differentiate between similar stimuli. For example, a student may
feel fear during mathematics test but not during physics or chemistry
tests. This shows that the student is able to discriminate between
appropriate and in appropriate situations for a response.

Extinction

Extinction is the process of unlearning a learned response because of
the removal of the original source of learning. In classical conditioning,
extinction is done by repeatedly presenting the CS without the US. This
action will decrease the frequency of previously CR. Eventually, the CR
disappears. In the example mentioned above, if the student repeatedly
passes the mathematics tests, his fear of mathematics tests will disappear.

1.	 List three examples of learning from the behavioral perspective.
2.	 Describe some examples of classical conditioning from your
experience.
3.	 Think of ways in which classical conditioning is used by advertisers.

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Operant Conditioning

Operant or instrumental conditioning is a form of learning in which the consequences of
behaviour lead to changes in the probability that the behaviour will occur. Thondike (18741949) was the pioneer in studying this kind of learning. His famous formulation of Law of
Effect lies at the heart of the operant conditioning. The Law of Effect states that:

“Behavior that brings about a satisfying effect (reinforcement) is apt to
be performed again, whereas behavior that brings about negative effect
(punishment) is apt to be suppressed.”
		
(Morris & Maisto, 2001)

4.2.1 	

Types of Reinforcement and Punishment

Reinforcement is a consequence that increases the probability that a behaviour will occur. On
the other hand, punishment is a consequence that decreases the probability a behaviour will
occur. Put it another way, reinforcement will strengthen a behaviour while punishment will
weaken a behaviour. There are 2 forms of reinforcement and punishment as shown in figure
4.3.

Figure 4.3: 2 types of reinforcement and punishment

Take note that when something is added or presented, the process of learning is called
positive and when something is removed or taken away, the process of learning is called
negative. Table 4.1 helps us to understand these forms of reinforcement and punishment.

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Table 4.1: Forms of Reinforcement and Punishment

4.2.2 	

Schedule of Reinforcement

Reinforces are more effective when they are given as soon as
possible after a student performs the target behaviour. In continuous reinforcement like this, a student learns very rapidly
but when the reinforcement stops, the behaviour decreases
rapidly too. Therefore, the schedule of reinforcement was
developed. The schedule will determine when a behaviour
will be reinforced. There are 4 types of schedule of reinforcement, they are fixed-ratio schedule, variable-ratio schedule
fixed, fixed-interval schedule, and variable-internal schedule. Look at Figure 4.4 to understand the meaning of these
schedules.

Fixed-ratio
schedule

•	 A behavior is reinforced after a set number of responses have occurred.
•	 For example: A student may be given a bar of Kit Kat chocolate for
every ten mathematical problems solved.

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•	 On a variable-ratio schedule, the number of responses needed to gain
the reinforcement is not constant.

Variable-ratio
schedule fixed

•	 For example: Rewards could be given after 3, 5, 9, and 15 mathematical
problems solved.
•	 On a fixed-ratio schedule, a behavior is reinforced after a set number
of responses have occurred.
•	 For example: A student may be given a bar of Kit Kat chocolate for
every ten mathematical problems solved.

Fixed-interval
schedule

•	 A behavior will be reinforced after a certain period of time. No
matter how often it occurs, the behavior will not be reinforced until
the time is up.
•	 For example: Students are given a quiz every Wednesday.

Variable-internal •	 Also based on time passing but the time period keep changing.
schedule
•	 For example: Students are given pop quizzes.
Figure 4.4: Schedule of reinforcement

4.2.3 	

Dangers of Punishment

Punishment presents the fastest way to
changing behaviour. However, punishment might be dangerous to an individual.
Among of the effect of punishments are:
•	 Punishment can be abusive.
	 -	 For example, a teacher might become
	 so aroused when he is punishing a
	 student that he becomes abusive.
• 	 Punishment may create a new problem,
that is aggression.
	 -	 Students commonly react to physical punishment by learning to dislike the punisher
	 and perhaps by reacting aggressively toward that person.
Thus, punishment does not convey any information about what an alternative and more
appropriate behaviour might be. It may suppress one inappropriate behaviour only to be
replaced by another one. Punishment can turn out to be reinforcing. A student might learn
that misbehaving will get the teacher’s attention.

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As a conclusion, punishment should be used only as the last option. Do not use positive
physical punishment. Use negative punishment, instead. A teacher should first positively
reinforced appropriate behaviours to take place of the inappropriate behaviours he is trying
to eliminate.
1.	 Explain the types of reinforcement and punishment.
2.	 List some similarities and differences between classical and operant
conditioning.

4.3 	

Social Learning Theory

Social learning theory extends behaviourism. Both behaviourism and social learning
theory agree that experience is an important cause of learning. They also include the concepts
of reinforcement and punishment in their explanation of behaviour. Furthermore, they
agree that feedback is important in promoting learning (Eggen and Kaucak, 2007).
4.3.1 	

Observational Learning

Most of the principles of the social learning theory were developed by Bandura
(Papalia, Olds & Feldman, 2007). Social learning theory believes that students learn by
observing or watching and imitating other people. This process is called modelling or
observational learning.
According to Hinrichs,

“Observational learning is so common and so powerful”
Hinrichs, 2004

One of the most important examples is the effect of watching violent media has on
aggressive behaviour as shown in Figure 4.5.

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Figure 4.5: Among of the effects of watching violent media.

The newer version of social learning theory is called the social cognitive theory. The change
is due to a greater emphasis on cognitive processes in learning.
According to Bandura;
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“Both social and cognitive factors play important roles in learning.”
Bandura (1989)

There are 4 processes involved in observational learning. These include attention, retention,
production, and motivation as explained in figure 4.6.
Process 1- Attention
Before students can imitate a model’s behavior, they must pay attention to what the model
is doing or saying. For example, seeing a teacher writing from the same perspective as
the student see their own makes observational learning easier.
Process 2- Retention
To produce a model’s action, students must be able to store the model’s action in their
memory for future retrieval. Students’ retention will be improved when a teacher gives
vivid, logical, and clear demonstrations.
Process 3- Production
To attending and remembering, students must be physically capable of reproducing the
model’s action. Here, the students need a lot of practice, feedback, and coaching before
they can reproduce the model’s action.

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Process 4 - Motivation
The students must be motivated to demonstrate the model’s action. Reinforcement can be
use to encourage observational learning. For example, a teacher can use direct reinforcement
such as saying “Good work!” Alternatively, a teacher may want to use vicarious reinforcement.
In this case, a student may simply see other students being reinforced for a particular
behavior and then he increases his own production of that behavior.
Figure 4.6: 4 processes involved in observational learning

4.3.2 	

Reciprocal Determination Model

Bandura developed a reciprocal determination model that comprises 3 factors. The factors
are behaviour, person, and environment as shown on Figure 4.7.

Figure 4.7 Interactions of 3 factors in reciprocal determination model

Behaviour, environment and person factors interact to influence learning. They influence
and are influenced by each other. For example, a teacher’s feedback(environment) can
lead students to set higher goals(person/cognitive) and these goals will motivate students
to put more efforts (behaviour) in their studies.
1.	 How would observational learning be useful to you as a teacher?
2.	 What are some contributions and criticism of the social learning
theory?

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Behaviourism in the Classroom

This section describes how teachers can apply the principles of behaviourism in the
classroom. It is divided into three subsections according to the perspectives discussed
earlier that are classical conditioning, operant conditioning and social learning theory.
4.4.1 	

Applying Classical Conditioning in the Classroom

The key element in classical conditioning is association. Therefore, teachers are
encouraged to associate variety of positive and pleasant events with learning and
classroom activities. For example, a teacher may:
•	 Use attractive learning aids.
•	 Decorate the classrooms.
•	 Encourage students to work in small groups for difficult learning tasks.
•	 Greet the students and smile at them when he comes to the classroom.
•	 Inform the students clearly and specifically the format of quizzes, tests,
and examinations.
•	 Make the students understand the rules of the classrooms.
•	 Give ample time for students to prepare for and complete the learning
tasks.

4.4.2 	

Applying Operant Conditioning in the Classroom

In operant conditioning, the consequences of behaviour produce changes in the probability
that the behaviour will occur. Reinforcement and punishment are the 2 main concepts in
operant conditioning. The following are some examples on how operant conditioning can
be applied in the classrooms.
•	 Recognize and reinforce positive behaviors and genuine task
accomplishments.
•	 Use various types of reinforcement such as teacher approval (praise,
smiles, attention, and pats on the shoulder), concrete reinforcement
(cookies, candies, and stationeries) and privileges (longer recess time
and more time with friends).
•	 Reinforce good behaviors and punish bad ones consistently.
•	 Use schedule of reinforcement, such as surprise rewards, to encourage
persistence.
•	 Use positive punishment as the last option. Use negative punishment,
such as detention class, instead.
•	 Punish students’ behavior, not their personal qualities.
•	 Tell the students which behavior is being punished.

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Applying the Social Learning Theory in the Classroom

The social learning theory focuses on how people learn by observing and imitating others.
To motivate learning using this approach, a teacher may:
•	 Use high-achieving and successful peers as models.
•	 Model positive behaviors himself.
•	 Use vicarious reinforcement, that is, make sure students see that positive
behaviors will lead to positive consequences.
•	 Demonstrate and teach good behaviors.

	

Explain how the principles of behaviorism are useful to you as a
classroom teacher.

SUMMARY
•	

The key element in classical conditioning is association.

•	

In classical conditioning, there are two types of stimulus (unconditioned stimulus
and conditioned stimulus) and two types of response (unconditioned response and
conditioned response).

•	

Three common phenomena in classical conditioning are generalization, discrimination,
and extinction.

•	

Operant or instrumental conditioning is a form of learning in which the consequences
of behaviour lead to changes in the probability that the behaviour will occur.

•	

Reinforcement will strengthen a behaviour while punishment will weaken a behaviour.

•	

In continuous reinforcement, reinforces are given as soon as possible after the target
behaviour is performed. In contrast, the schedule of reinforcement determines when a
behaviour will be reinforced.

•	

Punishment presents the fastest way to changing behaviour but it might be dangerous
to an individual.

•	

Social learning theory believes that students learn by observing or watching and
imitating other people.

•	

The four processes in observational learning are attention, retention, production, and
motivation.

•	

Bandura’s reciprocal determination model states that behaviour, environment and
person factors interact to influence learning.

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KEY TERMS AND CONCEPTS
	 Terms 	

	 	

Definitions

Classical conditioning

Type of learning which based on the association
of a stimulus that does not ordinarily elicit a
particular response with another stimulus that
does elicit the response.

Conditioned stimulus
(CS)

Stimulus that acquired the ability to produce
the response because it was paired with the
unconditioned stimulus.

Conditioned response
(CR)

Response that is similar to UCR but is produced
by the conditioned stimulus.

Continuous reinforcement

On continuous reinforcement, reinforcers
are given as soon as possible after the person
performs the target behavior.

Discrimination

The ability to differentiate between similar
stimuli.

Extinction

Process of unlearning a learned response
because of the removal of the original source
of learning.

Fixed-interval

In a case of a fixed-interval schedule, a behavior
will be reinforced after a certain period of time.

Fixed-ratio

On a fixed-ratio schedule, a behavior is
reinforced after a set number of responses
have occurred.

Generalization

Process that occurs when similar stimuli to a
CS produce the CR.

Law of Effect

Thorndike’s Law states that behavior that
brings about a satisfying effect (reinforcement)
is apt to be performed again, whereas behavior
that brings about negative effect (punishment)
is apt to be suppressed.

Negative punishment

Removing something pleasant will decrease
behavior occurrences.

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Negative reinforcement

Removing something unpleasant will increase
behavior occurrences.

Operant conditioning

Form of learning in which the consequences of
behavior lead to changes in the probability that
the behavior will occur.

Positive punishment

Receiving something unpleasant will decrease
behavior occurrences.

Positive reinforcement

Receiving something pleasant will increase
behavior occurrences.

Reciprocal determination
model

Bandura’s model that states that behavior,
environment and person factors interact to
influence learning.

Social learning

Social learning theory believes that students
learn by observing or watching and imitating
other people.

Unconditioned response
(UCR)

Unlearned or inborn reaction to the
unconditioned stimulus.

Unconditioned stimulus
(UCS)

Stimulus that can produce the response
without any learning.

Variable-internal

A variable-internal schedule is also based on
time passing but the time period keep changing.

Variable-ratio

On a variable-ratio schedule, the number of
responses needed to gain reinforcement is not
constant.

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ENDNOTES
1.	 Bandura, A. (1989). Social cognitive theory. In Vasta, R. (Ed.) Annals of child
development. Greenwich: JAI.
2.	 Eggen, P & Kauchak, D. 2007. Educational psychology windows on classrooms. 7th ed.
New Jersey: Prentice Hall.
3.	 Feldman, R. S. 2005. Understanding psychology. 7th ed. Boston: McGraw Hill.
4.	 Hinrichs, B. H. 2004. Psychology: the essence of a science. Boston: Pearson.
5.	 Morris, C. G. & Maisto, A. 2001. Understanding psychology. 5th ed. New Jersey:
Prentice Hall.
6.	 Papalia, D. E., Olds, S. W., & Feldman, R. D. 2007. Human development. 10th ed.
Boston: McGraw Hill.
7.	 Santrock, J. W. 2008. Educational psychology. 3rd ed. Boston: McGraw-Hill.

Review and Discussion Questions
1.	 Of the following, a behaviorist is most likely to study __________.
	

A.	 hormone

	

B.	 animal learning

	

C.	 memory strategy

	

D.	 unconscious mind

2.	 A dog’s salivation to the meat in Pavlov’s experiment was the __________.
	

A.	 conditioned stimulus (CS)

	

B.	 conditioned response (CR)

	

C.	 unconditioned stimulus (UCS)

	

D.	 unconditioned response (UCR)

3.	 Which response did Pavlov measure in most of his experiments?
	

A.	 fear

	

B.	 salivation

	

C.	 eye blinking

	

D.	 pressing a lever

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4. 	 In Pavlov’s experiment the __________ was similar to the _________.
	

A.	 CS; CR

	

B.	 CR; UCR

	

C.	 UCS; UCR

	

D.	 US; UCS

5. 	 In classical conditioning, the opposite of acquisition is __________.
	

A.	 extinction

	

B.	 generalization

	

C.	 discrimination

	

D.	 conditioned stimulus

6.	 How does a teacher produce extinction in classical conditioning?
	

A.	 Punish all responses.

	

B.	 Present the CS without the UCS.

	

C.	 Present the UCS without the CS.

	

D.	 Present the UCS without the UCR.

7.	 Children often learn by watching television. This type of learning is called __________.
	

A.	 the Law of Effect

	

B.	 observational learning

	

C.	 positive reinforcement

	

D.	 reciprocal determination

8.	 A teacher has decided to give several unannounced quizzes throughout the month of July.
He is attempting to use the _________ schedule of reinforcements.
	

A.	 fixed-ratio

	

B.	 variable-ratio

	

C.	 fixed-interval

	

D.	 variable-internal

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9.	 The form of learning in which the consequences of behavior lead to changes in
probability of its occurrence is known as __________.	
	

A.	 the Law of Effect

	

B.	 social learning

	

C.	 classical conditioning

	

D.	 instrumental conditioning

10. Who discovered operant conditioning?
	

A.	 extinction

	

B.	 generalization

	

C.	 discrimination

	

D.	 conditioned stimulus

11.	The terms “positive” and “negative” in both reinforcement and punishment refer to
whether __________.
	
	
	
	

A.	 the behavior is good or bad
B.	 the behavior increases or decreases
C.	 something is presented or removed
D.	 reinforcement or punishment is larger or smaller than expected

12.	Adham receives a reward from his English teacher after a certain number of
compositions submitted. Sometimes five compositions are necessary, sometimes
two, and sometimes eight. This is an example of __________ schedule of reinforcements.
	
	
	
	

A.	 fixed-ratio
B.	 variable-ratio
C.	 fixed-interval
D.	 variable-internal

13.	An unpleasant stimulus is presented to decrease the frequency of a behavior. This
statement refers to the definition of __________.
	
	
	
	

A.	 positive punishment
B.	 negative punishment
C.	 positive reinforcement
D.	 negative reinforcement

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14.	An unpleasant stimulus is removed to increase the frequency of a behavior. This
statement refers to the definition of __________.	
	
	
	
	

A.	 positive punishment
B.	 negative punishment
C.	 positive reinforcement
D.	 negative reinforcement

15. A pleasant stimulus is presented to increase the frequency of a behavior. This
statement refers to the definition of __________.
	
	
	
	

A.	 positive punishment
B.	 negative punishment
C.	 positive reinforcement
D.	 negative reinforcement

16.	A pleasant stimulus is removed to decrease the frequency of a behavior. This
statement refers to the definition of __________.
	
	
	
	

A.	 positive punishment
B.	 negative punishment
C.	 positive reinforcement
D.	 negative reinforcement

17.	Cookies, candies, and stationeries are examples of __________.
	
	
	
	

A.	 privileges
B.	 primary reinforces
C.	 concrete reinforcement
D.	 vicarious reinforcement

18.	Water and food are examples of __________.
	
	
	
	

A.	 learned reinforces
B.	 primary reinforces
C.	 concrete reinforcement
D.	 vicarious reinforcement

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19.	Which of the following is not a part of social learning theory?	
	
	
	
	

A.	 Imitation
B.	 Observation
C.	 Trial and error
D.	 Vicarious reinforcement

20. According to the social learning theory, what people do is largely based on 	
__________.
	

A.	 imitation

	

B.	 reinforcement

	

C.	 punishment

	

D.	 the Law of Effect

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Learning theories 4 behaviorism

  • 1. LEARNING THEORIES - BEHAVIORISM CHAPTER l CHAPTER 4 4 Learning Theories - Behaviorism LE ARNI NG OUTCOMES After studying this chapter, you should be able to: 1. Explain the principles of classical conditioning, operant conditioning and social learning theory; 2. Compare among classical learning theory; and 3. Apply the principles of classical conditioning, operant conditioning and social learning theory in classroom teaching. conditioning, 84 operant conditioning and social
  • 2. CHAPTER 4 l LEARNING THEORIES - BEHAVIORISM INTRODUCTION Learning is the main focus in the field of educational psychology. In Chapter 1, we have briefly explained the meaning of learning from three major perspectives including the behavioural perspective. In this chapter, we shall extend the discussion of behavioural approaches to learning in greater detail. We begin by discussing the classical conditioning. Next, we examine the definition and concepts of operant conditioning. This is followed by the explanation of the principles in the social learning theory. In the final section of this chapter, we look at the application of the principles of classical conditioning, operant conditioning, and social learning theory. 4.1 Classical Conditioning The concept of classical conditioning was developed by a Russian physiologist, Ivan Pavlov (1849-1936). According to Papalia, Feldman, & Olds, they define the classical conditioning as: From the definition above, we understand that the key element in classical conditioning is association. It means that if two stimuli repeatedly experienced together, they will become associated. For example, if a student frequently encounters unpleasant stimuli in Mathematics class such as unfriendly teachers, difficult questions, and a lot of homework, he may learn to dislike Mathematics. 85 i. 85
  • 3. LEARNING THEORIES - BEHAVIORISM 4.1.1 l CHAPTER 4 Pavlov’s Experiments Ivan Pavlov, Russian physiologist Pavlov discovered classical conditioning almost by accident. Originally, he wanted to study the role of salivation in digestion. He measured how much saliva dogs produce when given meat. After a few days in the experiment,Pavlov noticed that the dogs in his laboratory started salivating when the lab attendant entered the room with the meat dish, before meat was placed in their mouth. This aroused Pavlov’s curiosity and he pursued the issue with more experiments. For example, he sounded a bell just before presenting his dogs with food. After hearing the bell many times right before getting fed, the dogs began to salivate as soon as the bell rang. In other word, the dogs had been conditioned to salivate in response to a new stimulus (the bell) that normally would not produce salivation. The dogs had learned to associate the bell with food. 4.1.2 Types of Stimulus and Response Remember from Chapter 1 that a stimulus is an observable environmental event that has a potential to exert control over a behavioural response. A response is an over behaviour by a learner. Put it in a simpler way, a stimulus is anything that can directly influence behaviour and the stimulus produces a response. In classical conditioning, there are 2 types of stimulus and 2 types of response. They are unconditioned stimulus, conditioned stimulus, unconditioned response, and conditioned response as explained in figure 4.1. Classical Conditioning Stimulus Response Unconditioned stimulus (UCS) Unconditioned response (UCR) • This is a stimulus that can produce the response without any learning. • Example: Meat. • This is the unlearned or inborn reaction to the unconditioned stimulus. • Example: Salivation. Conditioned stimulus (CS) Conditioned response (CR) • • • • Conditioned stimulus acquired the ability to produce the response because it was paired (associated) with the unconditioned stimulus. Example: Bell. When a response is produced by the conditioned stimulus, it is referred to as the conditioned response. Example: Salivation. Figure 4.1: Types of stimulus and respons in classical conditioning 86
  • 4. CHAPTER 4 l LEARNING THEORIES - BEHAVIORISM Look at Figure 4.2 to help us understand the meaning of these stimulus and responses as well as the steps in the process of classical conditioning. i. 87 87
  • 5. LEARNING THEORIES - BEHAVIORISM l CHAPTER 4 Figure 4.2: Process of classical conditioning 4.1.3 Common Phenomena in Classical Conditioning There are 3 common phenomena in classical conditioning, they are generalization, discrimination, and extinction. The descriptions for these phenomena are explained below. Generalization Generalization occurs when similar stimuli to a CS produce the CR. A student may generalize his fear to physics and chemistry tests although he had performed poorly only on mathematics test. In this case, the physics and chemistry tests were similar stimuli to the mathematics test and they produced the CR by themselves. Discrimination Discrimination is the opposite of generalization. It refers to the ability to differentiate between similar stimuli. For example, a student may feel fear during mathematics test but not during physics or chemistry tests. This shows that the student is able to discriminate between appropriate and in appropriate situations for a response. Extinction Extinction is the process of unlearning a learned response because of the removal of the original source of learning. In classical conditioning, extinction is done by repeatedly presenting the CS without the US. This action will decrease the frequency of previously CR. Eventually, the CR disappears. In the example mentioned above, if the student repeatedly passes the mathematics tests, his fear of mathematics tests will disappear. 1. List three examples of learning from the behavioral perspective. 2. Describe some examples of classical conditioning from your experience. 3. Think of ways in which classical conditioning is used by advertisers. 88
  • 6. CHAPTER 4 4.2 l LEARNING THEORIES - BEHAVIORISM Operant Conditioning Operant or instrumental conditioning is a form of learning in which the consequences of behaviour lead to changes in the probability that the behaviour will occur. Thondike (18741949) was the pioneer in studying this kind of learning. His famous formulation of Law of Effect lies at the heart of the operant conditioning. The Law of Effect states that: “Behavior that brings about a satisfying effect (reinforcement) is apt to be performed again, whereas behavior that brings about negative effect (punishment) is apt to be suppressed.” (Morris & Maisto, 2001) 4.2.1 Types of Reinforcement and Punishment Reinforcement is a consequence that increases the probability that a behaviour will occur. On the other hand, punishment is a consequence that decreases the probability a behaviour will occur. Put it another way, reinforcement will strengthen a behaviour while punishment will weaken a behaviour. There are 2 forms of reinforcement and punishment as shown in figure 4.3. Figure 4.3: 2 types of reinforcement and punishment Take note that when something is added or presented, the process of learning is called positive and when something is removed or taken away, the process of learning is called negative. Table 4.1 helps us to understand these forms of reinforcement and punishment. 89 i. 89
  • 7. LEARNING THEORIES - BEHAVIORISM l CHAPTER 4 Table 4.1: Forms of Reinforcement and Punishment 4.2.2 Schedule of Reinforcement Reinforces are more effective when they are given as soon as possible after a student performs the target behaviour. In continuous reinforcement like this, a student learns very rapidly but when the reinforcement stops, the behaviour decreases rapidly too. Therefore, the schedule of reinforcement was developed. The schedule will determine when a behaviour will be reinforced. There are 4 types of schedule of reinforcement, they are fixed-ratio schedule, variable-ratio schedule fixed, fixed-interval schedule, and variable-internal schedule. Look at Figure 4.4 to understand the meaning of these schedules. Fixed-ratio schedule • A behavior is reinforced after a set number of responses have occurred. • For example: A student may be given a bar of Kit Kat chocolate for every ten mathematical problems solved. 90
  • 8. CHAPTER 4 l LEARNING THEORIES - BEHAVIORISM • On a variable-ratio schedule, the number of responses needed to gain the reinforcement is not constant. Variable-ratio schedule fixed • For example: Rewards could be given after 3, 5, 9, and 15 mathematical problems solved. • On a fixed-ratio schedule, a behavior is reinforced after a set number of responses have occurred. • For example: A student may be given a bar of Kit Kat chocolate for every ten mathematical problems solved. Fixed-interval schedule • A behavior will be reinforced after a certain period of time. No matter how often it occurs, the behavior will not be reinforced until the time is up. • For example: Students are given a quiz every Wednesday. Variable-internal • Also based on time passing but the time period keep changing. schedule • For example: Students are given pop quizzes. Figure 4.4: Schedule of reinforcement 4.2.3 Dangers of Punishment Punishment presents the fastest way to changing behaviour. However, punishment might be dangerous to an individual. Among of the effect of punishments are: • Punishment can be abusive. - For example, a teacher might become so aroused when he is punishing a student that he becomes abusive. • Punishment may create a new problem, that is aggression. - Students commonly react to physical punishment by learning to dislike the punisher and perhaps by reacting aggressively toward that person. Thus, punishment does not convey any information about what an alternative and more appropriate behaviour might be. It may suppress one inappropriate behaviour only to be replaced by another one. Punishment can turn out to be reinforcing. A student might learn that misbehaving will get the teacher’s attention. 91 i. 91
  • 9. LEARNING THEORIES - BEHAVIORISM l CHAPTER 4 As a conclusion, punishment should be used only as the last option. Do not use positive physical punishment. Use negative punishment, instead. A teacher should first positively reinforced appropriate behaviours to take place of the inappropriate behaviours he is trying to eliminate. 1. Explain the types of reinforcement and punishment. 2. List some similarities and differences between classical and operant conditioning. 4.3 Social Learning Theory Social learning theory extends behaviourism. Both behaviourism and social learning theory agree that experience is an important cause of learning. They also include the concepts of reinforcement and punishment in their explanation of behaviour. Furthermore, they agree that feedback is important in promoting learning (Eggen and Kaucak, 2007). 4.3.1 Observational Learning Most of the principles of the social learning theory were developed by Bandura (Papalia, Olds & Feldman, 2007). Social learning theory believes that students learn by observing or watching and imitating other people. This process is called modelling or observational learning. According to Hinrichs, “Observational learning is so common and so powerful” Hinrichs, 2004 One of the most important examples is the effect of watching violent media has on aggressive behaviour as shown in Figure 4.5. 92
  • 10. CHAPTER 4 l LEARNING THEORIES - BEHAVIORISM Figure 4.5: Among of the effects of watching violent media. The newer version of social learning theory is called the social cognitive theory. The change is due to a greater emphasis on cognitive processes in learning. According to Bandura; i. “Both social and cognitive factors play important roles in learning.” Bandura (1989) There are 4 processes involved in observational learning. These include attention, retention, production, and motivation as explained in figure 4.6. Process 1- Attention Before students can imitate a model’s behavior, they must pay attention to what the model is doing or saying. For example, seeing a teacher writing from the same perspective as the student see their own makes observational learning easier. Process 2- Retention To produce a model’s action, students must be able to store the model’s action in their memory for future retrieval. Students’ retention will be improved when a teacher gives vivid, logical, and clear demonstrations. Process 3- Production To attending and remembering, students must be physically capable of reproducing the model’s action. Here, the students need a lot of practice, feedback, and coaching before they can reproduce the model’s action. 93 93
  • 11. LEARNING THEORIES - BEHAVIORISM l CHAPTER 4 Process 4 - Motivation The students must be motivated to demonstrate the model’s action. Reinforcement can be use to encourage observational learning. For example, a teacher can use direct reinforcement such as saying “Good work!” Alternatively, a teacher may want to use vicarious reinforcement. In this case, a student may simply see other students being reinforced for a particular behavior and then he increases his own production of that behavior. Figure 4.6: 4 processes involved in observational learning 4.3.2 Reciprocal Determination Model Bandura developed a reciprocal determination model that comprises 3 factors. The factors are behaviour, person, and environment as shown on Figure 4.7. Figure 4.7 Interactions of 3 factors in reciprocal determination model Behaviour, environment and person factors interact to influence learning. They influence and are influenced by each other. For example, a teacher’s feedback(environment) can lead students to set higher goals(person/cognitive) and these goals will motivate students to put more efforts (behaviour) in their studies. 1. How would observational learning be useful to you as a teacher? 2. What are some contributions and criticism of the social learning theory? 94
  • 12. CHAPTER 4 4.4 l LEARNING THEORIES - BEHAVIORISM Behaviourism in the Classroom This section describes how teachers can apply the principles of behaviourism in the classroom. It is divided into three subsections according to the perspectives discussed earlier that are classical conditioning, operant conditioning and social learning theory. 4.4.1 Applying Classical Conditioning in the Classroom The key element in classical conditioning is association. Therefore, teachers are encouraged to associate variety of positive and pleasant events with learning and classroom activities. For example, a teacher may: • Use attractive learning aids. • Decorate the classrooms. • Encourage students to work in small groups for difficult learning tasks. • Greet the students and smile at them when he comes to the classroom. • Inform the students clearly and specifically the format of quizzes, tests, and examinations. • Make the students understand the rules of the classrooms. • Give ample time for students to prepare for and complete the learning tasks. 4.4.2 Applying Operant Conditioning in the Classroom In operant conditioning, the consequences of behaviour produce changes in the probability that the behaviour will occur. Reinforcement and punishment are the 2 main concepts in operant conditioning. The following are some examples on how operant conditioning can be applied in the classrooms. • Recognize and reinforce positive behaviors and genuine task accomplishments. • Use various types of reinforcement such as teacher approval (praise, smiles, attention, and pats on the shoulder), concrete reinforcement (cookies, candies, and stationeries) and privileges (longer recess time and more time with friends). • Reinforce good behaviors and punish bad ones consistently. • Use schedule of reinforcement, such as surprise rewards, to encourage persistence. • Use positive punishment as the last option. Use negative punishment, such as detention class, instead. • Punish students’ behavior, not their personal qualities. • Tell the students which behavior is being punished. 95 i. 95
  • 13. LEARNING THEORIES - BEHAVIORISM 4.4.3 l CHAPTER 4 Applying the Social Learning Theory in the Classroom The social learning theory focuses on how people learn by observing and imitating others. To motivate learning using this approach, a teacher may: • Use high-achieving and successful peers as models. • Model positive behaviors himself. • Use vicarious reinforcement, that is, make sure students see that positive behaviors will lead to positive consequences. • Demonstrate and teach good behaviors. Explain how the principles of behaviorism are useful to you as a classroom teacher. SUMMARY • The key element in classical conditioning is association. • In classical conditioning, there are two types of stimulus (unconditioned stimulus and conditioned stimulus) and two types of response (unconditioned response and conditioned response). • Three common phenomena in classical conditioning are generalization, discrimination, and extinction. • Operant or instrumental conditioning is a form of learning in which the consequences of behaviour lead to changes in the probability that the behaviour will occur. • Reinforcement will strengthen a behaviour while punishment will weaken a behaviour. • In continuous reinforcement, reinforces are given as soon as possible after the target behaviour is performed. In contrast, the schedule of reinforcement determines when a behaviour will be reinforced. • Punishment presents the fastest way to changing behaviour but it might be dangerous to an individual. • Social learning theory believes that students learn by observing or watching and imitating other people. • The four processes in observational learning are attention, retention, production, and motivation. • Bandura’s reciprocal determination model states that behaviour, environment and person factors interact to influence learning. 96
  • 14. CHAPTER 4 l LEARNING THEORIES - BEHAVIORISM KEY TERMS AND CONCEPTS Terms Definitions Classical conditioning Type of learning which based on the association of a stimulus that does not ordinarily elicit a particular response with another stimulus that does elicit the response. Conditioned stimulus (CS) Stimulus that acquired the ability to produce the response because it was paired with the unconditioned stimulus. Conditioned response (CR) Response that is similar to UCR but is produced by the conditioned stimulus. Continuous reinforcement On continuous reinforcement, reinforcers are given as soon as possible after the person performs the target behavior. Discrimination The ability to differentiate between similar stimuli. Extinction Process of unlearning a learned response because of the removal of the original source of learning. Fixed-interval In a case of a fixed-interval schedule, a behavior will be reinforced after a certain period of time. Fixed-ratio On a fixed-ratio schedule, a behavior is reinforced after a set number of responses have occurred. Generalization Process that occurs when similar stimuli to a CS produce the CR. Law of Effect Thorndike’s Law states that behavior that brings about a satisfying effect (reinforcement) is apt to be performed again, whereas behavior that brings about negative effect (punishment) is apt to be suppressed. Negative punishment Removing something pleasant will decrease behavior occurrences. 97 i. 97
  • 15. LEARNING THEORIES - BEHAVIORISM l CHAPTER 4 Negative reinforcement Removing something unpleasant will increase behavior occurrences. Operant conditioning Form of learning in which the consequences of behavior lead to changes in the probability that the behavior will occur. Positive punishment Receiving something unpleasant will decrease behavior occurrences. Positive reinforcement Receiving something pleasant will increase behavior occurrences. Reciprocal determination model Bandura’s model that states that behavior, environment and person factors interact to influence learning. Social learning Social learning theory believes that students learn by observing or watching and imitating other people. Unconditioned response (UCR) Unlearned or inborn reaction to the unconditioned stimulus. Unconditioned stimulus (UCS) Stimulus that can produce the response without any learning. Variable-internal A variable-internal schedule is also based on time passing but the time period keep changing. Variable-ratio On a variable-ratio schedule, the number of responses needed to gain reinforcement is not constant. 98
  • 16. CHAPTER 4 l LEARNING THEORIES - BEHAVIORISM ENDNOTES 1. Bandura, A. (1989). Social cognitive theory. In Vasta, R. (Ed.) Annals of child development. Greenwich: JAI. 2. Eggen, P & Kauchak, D. 2007. Educational psychology windows on classrooms. 7th ed. New Jersey: Prentice Hall. 3. Feldman, R. S. 2005. Understanding psychology. 7th ed. Boston: McGraw Hill. 4. Hinrichs, B. H. 2004. Psychology: the essence of a science. Boston: Pearson. 5. Morris, C. G. & Maisto, A. 2001. Understanding psychology. 5th ed. New Jersey: Prentice Hall. 6. Papalia, D. E., Olds, S. W., & Feldman, R. D. 2007. Human development. 10th ed. Boston: McGraw Hill. 7. Santrock, J. W. 2008. Educational psychology. 3rd ed. Boston: McGraw-Hill. Review and Discussion Questions 1. Of the following, a behaviorist is most likely to study __________. A. hormone B. animal learning C. memory strategy D. unconscious mind 2. A dog’s salivation to the meat in Pavlov’s experiment was the __________. A. conditioned stimulus (CS) B. conditioned response (CR) C. unconditioned stimulus (UCS) D. unconditioned response (UCR) 3. Which response did Pavlov measure in most of his experiments? A. fear B. salivation C. eye blinking D. pressing a lever 99 i. 99
  • 17. LEARNING THEORIES - BEHAVIORISM l CHAPTER 4 4. In Pavlov’s experiment the __________ was similar to the _________. A. CS; CR B. CR; UCR C. UCS; UCR D. US; UCS 5. In classical conditioning, the opposite of acquisition is __________. A. extinction B. generalization C. discrimination D. conditioned stimulus 6. How does a teacher produce extinction in classical conditioning? A. Punish all responses. B. Present the CS without the UCS. C. Present the UCS without the CS. D. Present the UCS without the UCR. 7. Children often learn by watching television. This type of learning is called __________. A. the Law of Effect B. observational learning C. positive reinforcement D. reciprocal determination 8. A teacher has decided to give several unannounced quizzes throughout the month of July. He is attempting to use the _________ schedule of reinforcements. A. fixed-ratio B. variable-ratio C. fixed-interval D. variable-internal 100
  • 18. CHAPTER 4 l LEARNING THEORIES - BEHAVIORISM 9. The form of learning in which the consequences of behavior lead to changes in probability of its occurrence is known as __________. A. the Law of Effect B. social learning C. classical conditioning D. instrumental conditioning 10. Who discovered operant conditioning? A. extinction B. generalization C. discrimination D. conditioned stimulus 11. The terms “positive” and “negative” in both reinforcement and punishment refer to whether __________. A. the behavior is good or bad B. the behavior increases or decreases C. something is presented or removed D. reinforcement or punishment is larger or smaller than expected 12. Adham receives a reward from his English teacher after a certain number of compositions submitted. Sometimes five compositions are necessary, sometimes two, and sometimes eight. This is an example of __________ schedule of reinforcements. A. fixed-ratio B. variable-ratio C. fixed-interval D. variable-internal 13. An unpleasant stimulus is presented to decrease the frequency of a behavior. This statement refers to the definition of __________. A. positive punishment B. negative punishment C. positive reinforcement D. negative reinforcement 101 i. 101
  • 19. LEARNING THEORIES - BEHAVIORISM l CHAPTER 4 14. An unpleasant stimulus is removed to increase the frequency of a behavior. This statement refers to the definition of __________. A. positive punishment B. negative punishment C. positive reinforcement D. negative reinforcement 15. A pleasant stimulus is presented to increase the frequency of a behavior. This statement refers to the definition of __________. A. positive punishment B. negative punishment C. positive reinforcement D. negative reinforcement 16. A pleasant stimulus is removed to decrease the frequency of a behavior. This statement refers to the definition of __________. A. positive punishment B. negative punishment C. positive reinforcement D. negative reinforcement 17. Cookies, candies, and stationeries are examples of __________. A. privileges B. primary reinforces C. concrete reinforcement D. vicarious reinforcement 18. Water and food are examples of __________. A. learned reinforces B. primary reinforces C. concrete reinforcement D. vicarious reinforcement 102
  • 20. CHAPTER 4 l LEARNING THEORIES - BEHAVIORISM 19. Which of the following is not a part of social learning theory? A. Imitation B. Observation C. Trial and error D. Vicarious reinforcement 20. According to the social learning theory, what people do is largely based on __________. A. imitation B. reinforcement C. punishment D. the Law of Effect i. 103 103