Conditioning and Learning

Flashcards focused on the key concepts of conditioning and learning as discussed in the lecture.

What was the goal of B.F. Skinner's philosophy in behavioral studies?

To predict and control behavior based solely on rewards and punishments.

Describe classical conditioning in terms of behavior.

It involves stimulus-response associations and reflexive behavior.

What is operant conditioning characterized by?

It is characterized by behavior-consequence associations and voluntary behavior.

What is positive reinforcement?

The addition of something good to increase behavior, such as a child receiving a cookie for putting away toys.

What is negative reinforcement?

The removal of something bad to increase behavior, like running inside to avoid a storm.

What does positive punishment entail?

Adding something bad to decrease behavior, for example, receiving criticism from a boss for being late.

Define negative punishment.

The removal of something good to decrease behavior, such as losing TV privileges for being mean to a sibling.

What are reinforcers and punishers?

Reinforcers increase behavior, while punishers decrease behavior.

How do classical and operant conditioning differ in terms of behavior type?

Classical conditioning involves reflexive behavior, while operant conditioning involves voluntary behavior.