1. Behaviorism Learning Theory By: Michelle Pascale

2. Behaviorism Learning The Behaviorism Learning Theory is the prediction and control of human behavior in which introspection and/or independent thinking play no essential part in its teaching methods. That is, human learning is based purely on the notion that there is no internal cognitive processing of information.

3. Major Contributors In Behaviorism Ivan Pavlov – Developed the theory of classic conditioning through a behavioral experiment with a dog

4. Classic Conditioning Classic Conditioning is to the process of introducing a stimulus in hopes of achieving a desired reflex It is a learning process that occurs through associations between an environmental stimulus and a naturally occurring stimulus

5. Major Contributors In Behaviorism B. F. Skinner – Developed the theory of operant conditioning through experiments made with pigeons

6. Operant Conditioning Operant Conditioning is the process of introducing a stimulus with the hopes of achieving a desired response It is a learning process that is the result of shaping behavior through the reinforcement of stimulus-response patterns

7. Behaviorism In The Classroom Behaviorism can be applied to a classroom quite easily Reward those behaviors that are positive through incentives and encouragement Eliminate those behaviors that are negative through punishment and consequences such as taking something away

8. Behaviorism And Technology Behaviorism’s positive reinforcement can be found throughout many educational software applications Online learning uses visual and sometimes audio cues to positively reinforce a student when he or she gives a correct answer Negative reinforcement can also be used in the same manner in order for the student when he or she chooses an incorrect answer

9. Behaviorism In My Classroom In my classroom, I would try to use positive reinforcement to provide my students with an enjoyable learning experience. I would only use negative reinforcements when it is the last option I have to turn to, in order to help my students learn to their fullest ability. Positive reinforcement helps the student to retain their knowledge in a long- term sense, and that is my goal.

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