Lecture 7 Skinner and behaviorism part 6

What is sources of good, reinforcement of behavior?

We learn what is “good” through reinforcement—when behaviors are rewarded, we see them as good.

What is an example of sources of good, reinforcement of behavior?

A child learns sharing is good if they get praised for it.

What is learning good through reinforcement?

If a behavior leads to rewards, we label it as “good.” If it leads to punishment, we see it as “bad.”

What is an example of learning good through reinforcement?

A student studies hard and gets good grades, reinforcing that studying is a “good” behavior.

What does it mean when Shakespeare says nothing is bad or good but thinking makes it so?

This quote from Hamlet means things are not inherently good or bad—our perception defines them.

What is the key idea of nothing is bad or good, but thinking makes it so?

Good and bad are subjective, shaped by beliefs and culture.

What is an example of when Shakespeare says nothing is bad or good, but thinking makes it so?

In some cultures, spicy food is loved, in others, it’s unbearable—the food itself isn’t "good" or "bad," it’s just how people see it.