Behavioral Modification Model Quiz

Who is known as the father of operant conditioning?

• Sigmund Freud

• Abraham Maslow

• Ivan Pavlov

• B. F. Skinner

What is the main concept of the Behavior Modification Model?

• Social Learning Theory

• Classical Conditioning

• Reinforcement/

  Punishments

• Cognitive Psychology

According to the Behavior Modification Model, what increases the probability of repeating a behavior?

• Negative reinforcement

• Positive reinforcement

• Punishment

• All of the above

How can instructors shape student behavior using reinforcements?

• Detention for participating in class

• Giving praise for good behavior

• Lowering grades for good behavior

What is the purpose of punishments in the classroom according to the Behavior Modification Model?

• To reward students for bad behavior

• To have no impact on student behavior

• To decrease the likelihood of bad behavior being repeated

• To increase the likelihood of bad behavior being repeated