Classical and Operant Conditioning by

Classical Conditioning

AveryElrod — 2023-10-30 12:16:42 UTC

Definition: When a neutral or unassociated stimulus is paired with another to produce the same response that the new stimulus would bring.

Example: You see that your friends are in a good mood and they give you a treat, so you associate their moods with treats.

AveryElrod — 2023-10-30 12:19:45 UTC

Definition: When something is added to increase the chances of a specific behavior being repeated.

Example: You receive praise or a piece of candy after you finish your homework. This encourages you to continue to finish your homework.

AveryElrod — 2023-10-30 12:21:26 UTC

Definition: When something is removed to increase the chances of a specific behavior being repeated.

Example: You do good on your test so you do not have to do your homework. This encourages you to do good on future tests.

AveryElrod — 2023-10-30 12:23:19 UTC

Definition: When something is added to decrease the chances of a specific behavior being repeated.

Example: You yell at your parents and they give you more chores. This encourages your to avoid yelling at them to avoid chores.

AveryElrod — 2023-10-30 12:23:36 UTC

Definition: When something is removed to decrease the chances of a specific behavior being repeated.

Example: You fail a test so you are not allowed to use your phone. This encourages you to pass your test so you can use your phone.