Learning theories

• 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