Bandura et al. (1961) Study Flashcards

A set of vocabulary flashcards keying in on terms, variables, methodology, sample demographics, and debate topics from the Bandura, Ross, and Ross (1961) Bobo doll study.

Internal validity

An aspect of the study strengthened by the controlled laboratory setting, standardized procedures, and matching children on pre-existing aggression.

Ecological validity

An aspect of the study that is weaker because attacking a Bobo doll in an unusual laboratory situation may not represent everyday interpersonal aggression.

An ethical debate raised because children were exposed to aggressive adult behavior and were deliberately frustrated before testing.

Protection from harm

Nature–nurture debate

A discussion point in the study: exposure to an aggressive model strongly supports nurture, whereas sex differences in aggression allow discussion of biological influences, social learning, or both.