B.F. Skinner / His Contributions to Behaviorism
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A 14 page review of the work of the renown American psychologist B.F. Skinner in the behavioral sciences. Provides an overview of Skinner's work in operant conditioning and naturalistic ethics. Includes an extensive review of the literature, both historic and contemporary, in search of support for Skinner's theories. Concludes that while Skinner has received much criticism, much of that criticism revolved around a misunderstanding of his theories. Bibliography lists 17 sources.
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B.F. SKINNER AND FOOD PREFERENCES
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This 3-page paper uses Skinner's theories of S-R behavior and operant behavior to discuss why people develop a certain preference for food. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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B.F. Skinner And Programmed Instruction
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An 18 page paper. B.F. Skinner has often been called the most influential behaviorist in history and definitely the most influential in the field of learning theory. His operant behaviorism laid the foundation for learning theories that have been used in our classrooms for the last forty years both in terms of managing classrooms and in terms of instructional strategies. One of the offshoots of his work was programmed instruction, also called programmed learning. This paper explains Skinner's theories and provides a history of programmed instruction. It then discusses the integration of the two. The writer also makes a point to discuss the fact that Skinner's theories are theories and not processes. Examples are included. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
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Baddeley’s Model of Short Term or “Working” Memory
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This 12 page report discusses Alan Baddeley’s working memory model (published with Gregory Hitch in 1974). According to the model, working memory consists of three components: a phonological (articulatory) loop that is responsible for speech-based information, a visuospatial sketch pad that is responsible for visual images, and a central executive which integrates information from the two other structures in conjunction with information from long term memory. In his model of working memory, Baddeley demonstrated that those multiple components of working memory serve as the mechanisms for the temporary maintenance of information. The central executive also plays a role in planning and controlling behavior. What Baddeley ultimately demonstrates, both through his model and his many other contributions in the field, is what an important role memory plays in the day-to-day lives of human beings. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
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Bandura's "Social Learning Theory" - Analysis
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3 pages in length. The writer provides a brief analysis of content and writing style. No additional sources cited.
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Bandura's Social Learning Theory
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This 4 page paper discusses Albert Bandura's well-known theory of behavior, and answers questions about it. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
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Bandura's Social Learning Theory
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A 7 page paper that discusses Albert Bandura's social learning theory and comments on its impact on curriculum design. Bandura believed that learning occurs by observing others. His theory became the bridge between behaviorism and cognitivism. The four components or steps in the theory are explained. Bandura's thoughts on self-regulation are also discussed. The writer also discusses the relationship between social learning theory and lifelong learning goals and reports a program that uses the concepts to reduce physical aggression in children. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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Bandura’s Social Learning Theory: Case Study
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This is a 5 page paper discussing Bandura’s social learning theory in relation to a case study. The case of the 26 year old male who was convicted of rape can be studied applying several of the concepts used in Bandura’s “social learning theory”. Essentially, Bandura’s theory, which is highly accepted, explains that all behaviors whether aggressive or non-aggressive are observed and learned from within an individual’s social environment. Individuals who have witnessed aggressive behavior are more inclined to become aggressive themselves and this aggressiveness increases when the observed aggressiveness has been rewarded. Once learned, aggressive behavior is also organized and rehearsed which in the rapist’s case was indicated in his suspected attempted rape a few weeks earlier. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
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BARON-COHEN, MALE BRAIN AND AUTISM
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This 9-page paper deals with Simon Baron-Cohen's theories of autism and "male-wired brain." The paper discusses the theories, defines autism and then points out what the critics are saying. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Basic Systems of Motivation
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This 5 page paper discusses the effectiveness of developing a strategy to manage one's day. This paper outlines the best way to develop a schedule and the increased happiness and self-esteem which arise from accomlishing more in the course of a day. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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Behavior Management - Case Study
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A 10 page paper. The paper begins with the behavior to be changed in a five-year-old boy. Skinner's theory of operant conditioning is explained because it is the foundation for behavior change programs. The steps for diagnosing the problem behavior are explained. A plan is then proposed to change the boy's behavior at home. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
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Behavior Modeling
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This 6 page research paper reviews the literature on the behavior modeling training model. The writer describes and explains the model and the inherent steps in training, reports research studies, discusses challenges for the 1990s and concludes with conclusions about this model of training. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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