PSYC.SS.6.A

Demonstrate an understanding of the principles of operant and classical conditioning and of social learning.

Psychology · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2010

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Vocabulary
principlesoperant conditioningclassical conditioningsocial learning
Skills
  • define (principles of operant conditioning, classical conditioning, and social learning) #dok1
  • identify (examples of operant and classical conditioning, and social learning) #dok1
  • explain (how operant and classical conditioning and social learning work) #dok2
  • compare (operant conditioning, classical conditioning, and social learning) #dok2
  • analyze (real-world applications of conditioning and social learning) #dok3
Learning Targets
  • I can define the principles of operant and classical conditioning and social learning. #dok1
  • I can identify examples of operant and classical conditioning, as well as social learning, in various contexts. #dok1
  • I can explain how operant and classical conditioning and social learning work. #dok2
  • I can compare and contrast operant conditioning, classical conditioning, and social learning. #dok2
  • I can analyze real-world situations to determine which type of conditioning or learning is present. #dok3
  • I can evaluate the effectiveness of conditioning techniques and social learning in influencing behavior. #dok3
Big Ideas
  • Behavior can be shaped through different forms of learning, including operant conditioning, classical conditioning, and social learning.
  • Understanding conditioning principles provides insight into how people and animals acquire new behaviors.
Essential Questions
  • What are the defining characteristics of operant conditioning, classical conditioning, and social learning?
  • How do operant and classical conditioning influence behavior in everyday life?
  • In what ways does social learning differ from conditioning, and why is it important?
  • How can understanding conditioning and social learning inform approaches to behavior change?
  • What are real-world examples of operant conditioning, classical conditioning, and social learning?