Chapter 9.1: Classical Conditioning Mr. McCormick Psychology
Do-Now: (In Journal) Pavlov’s Experiment in “Classical Conditioning” Identify the following components of Pavlov’s experiment. 1.__ Neutral Stimulus 2.__ Unconditioned (Unlearned) Stimulus 3.__ Unconditioned (Unlearned) Response 4.__ Conditioned (Learned) Stimulus 5.__ Conditioned (Learned) Response A. Bell B. Food C. Salivation
Classical Conditioning: Acquisition Generalization: Responding similarly to a range of similar stimuli Discrimination: The ability to respond differently to similar, but distinct stimuli Extinction: The gradual disappearance of a conditioned response when the conditioned stimulus is repeatedly presented without the unconditioned stimulus
Classical Conditioning: Human Application How can classical conditioning be applied to human behavior? See Figure 9.3 “Examples of Common Conditioned Responses” on pg. 247 See Case Studies “The Case of Little Albert” on pg. 249
“The Case of Little Albert” Discussion Questions: Did the results of Watson and Rayner’s experiment support their hypothesis? Explain. How did Albert’s response become generalized? How were the principles of classical conditioning used to reduce Peter’s fear of rabbits?
Homework Read Chapter 9.2 “Operant Conditioning” Pgs. 250-258 Complete Graphic Organizer Activity # 9 “The Two Types of Conditioning”