Learning Theories and Instructional Design: Behaviorism

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What is Behaviorism?

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A learning theory that focuses on observable behaviors and how they are learned through interaction with the environment.

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Who are key figures in Behaviorism?

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John B. Watson and B.F. Skinner.

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What does Stimulus-Response (S-R) mean?

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Behavior is a response to stimuli.

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What is Reinforcement?

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Positive or negative reinforcement increases the likelihood of behavior being repeated.

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What is Classical Conditioning?

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Learning through association, where a neutral stimulus becomes associated with an unconditioned stimulus to produce a conditioned response.

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Give an example of Classical Conditioning.

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Pavlov’s dogs salivating at the sound of a bell.

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What is Operant Conditioning?

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Learning based on the consequences of behavior, involving reinforcement or punishment.

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Give an example of Operant Conditioning.

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Skinner’s box, where a rat learns to press a lever to receive food.

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What is the focus of Behaviorism in Instructional Design?

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Structured and repetitive practice, clear objectives, and reinforcement.

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What is an example of Behaviorism in a Language Learning App?

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An app that uses repetitive drills and immediate feedback to teach vocabulary and grammar.