Learning theory and its application in Horse Training

Which one of the following is not a method for training horses?

• Monty Roberts

• Parelli

• Free equestrian training

• Equitation Science

What is Habituation?

• Restricting the horse from moving

• Getting the horse used to something that is harmless

• Dressing the horse in a habit

What are the reasons people use a particular training method?

• Cost

• Expertise

• Beliefs

• Time

Which training method exposes the horse to a scary stimulus such as clippers by gradually increasing the exposure to them?

• Overshadowing

• Operant conditioning

• Classical conditioning

• Desensitisation

Which training method exposes the horse to a scary stimulus such as clippers by gradually increasing the exposure to them?

• Overshadowing

• Operant conditioning

• Classical conditioning

• Desensitisation

Which training method turns something fearful into something positive?

• Over shadowing

• Classic conditioning

• Habituation

• Counter conditioning

Which training method encourages the horse to 'chase' away the scary object?

• Operant conditioning

• Approach conditioning

• Classical conditioning

• Over shadowing

What is stimulus blending?

• Combining scary object with one that they are used to

• Using a clicker to get them used to scary object

• Getting them used to a scary environment

Which method of training matches response prevention?

• Clicker training

• Stimulus blending

• Making them stand when they want to barge off away from something they find scary.

Is flooding a positive or negative experience for a horse?

• Positive

• Negative