Learning theories

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    • Operant conditioning
      A method of learning that uses rewards and punishment to modify behaviour
    • Operant conditioning requirements
      Conditioning through connecting a stimulus to a response (S-R bond)
      structure the situation (environment manipulated)
      behaviour is changed/modified
      trail and error takes place
      reinforcement used to strengthen correct S-R bond
    • Cognitive learning theory
      The belief that ‘the whole is greater than the sum of the parts’
      learner will solve the problem by drawing on previous experiences
    • Observational/social learning theory
      relates to learning taking place through copying others (model). It’s a form of visual learning
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