Unit 4: Learning
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Overview
4.1 Introduction to Learning
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A. Identify the contributions of key researchers in the psychology of learning.
B. Interpret graphs that exhibit the results of learning experiments. C. Provide examples of how biological constraints create learning predispositions. |
4.2 Classical Conditioning
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D. Describe basic classical conditioning phenomena.
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4.3 Operant Conditioning
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E. Predict the effects of operant conditioning.
F. Predict how practice, schedules of reinforcement, other aspects of reinforcement, and motivation will influence quality of learning.
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4.4 Social Cognitive Learning
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G. Describe the essential characteristics of insight learning, latent learning, and social learning.
H. Describe the essential characteristics of observational learning I. Distinguish general differences between principles of classical conditioning, operant conditioning, and observational learning. J. Apply learning principles to explain emotional learning, taste aversion, superstitious behavior, and learned helplessness.
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