7.7 - Factors in Learning

insight learning

solving problems through sudden insight, contrasting with strategy-based solutions

antisocial behavior

negative, destructive, harmful behavior

latent learning

learning that occurs but is not apparent until there is an incentive to demonstrate it

cognitive map

mental representation of the layout of one’s environment

mirror neuron

neuron that some scientists believe fires when we perform certain actions or observe another person doing so

the brain’s mirroring of another’s action may enable…

imitation and empathy

observational learning / social learning

learning by observing others

prosocial behavior

positive, constructive, helpful behavior

modeling

process of observing and imitating a specific behavior