Learning - Comparing Oparent And Classical Conditioning

Question 1

What is behaviourism?

Answer 1

The theory that psychology can be objectively studied through observable action

Question 2

How does learning differ between operant and classical conditioning?

Answer 2

Operant conditioning involves the subject learning a behaviour by associating it with consequences while classical conditioning is when the subject learns to associate two unrelated stimuli with each other

Question 3

What is classical conditioning? Explain in detail

Answer 3

Classical conditioning is a form of learning where a neutral stimulus becomes associated with a naturally occurring stimulus, leading to the neutral stimulus eliciting a response.it involves pairing two stimuli to create a learned association. Founded by Pavlov in his dog experiment

Question 4

What is operant conditioning? Explain in detail

Answer 4

Operant conditioning is a type of learning where behaviours are strengthened or weakened based on the consequences that follow them. it focuses on how the consequences of actions influence the likelihood of those actions being repeated in the future. Founded by BF skinner via his skinner box experiment

Question 5

What is the role of the learner in classical conditioning

Answer 5

The learner is a passive participant in the conditioning process they do not need to do anything for the NS Cs, or UCS to be presented. The response from the learner occurs automatically without them having to actively do anything the learner essentially has no control over the learning process

Question 6

What is the role of the learner in operantconditioning?

Answer 6

In operant conditioning the learner is an active participant