Learning Theories

What is the SR Bond in Associationalist theory?

• A connection between stimulus and response

• A type of classical conditioning

• A reinforcement method

• A readiness state.

In Classical Conditioning, what connects the stimulus and response?

• A) Conditioning

• B) Reinforcement

• C) Readiness

• D) Exercise

What is Positive Reinforcement in Operant Conditioning?

• Rewarding the correct response

• Removing unpleasant consequences

• Punishing incorrect actions

• Ignoring the response.

Which of the following is an example of Negative Reinforcement?

• Giving a treat

• Stopping a coach from shouting

• Fining a player

• Ignoring the behavior.

Which theory is also known as the Gestalt theory?

• Operant Conditioning

• Classical Conditioning

• Cognitive/Insight Learning

• Reinforcement Theory

What is the first stage in Fitts and Posner’s Three stages of learning?

• A) Autonomous

• B) Associative

• C) Cognitive

• D) Insightful

Which of the following is not a part of Operant Conditioning?

• Positive Reinforcement

• Negative Reinforcement

• Punishment

• Insight Learning

What is the effect of using punishment in Operant Conditioning?

• Increases the likelihood of the action

• Decreases the likelihood of the action

• Has no effect

• Always results in positive behavior.

What is the role of feedback in reinforcement?

• To ignore the performance

• To punish the performer

• To provide knowledge of results

• To confuse the performer.

What is the final stage in Fitts and Posner’s Three stages of learning?

• Cognitive

• Associative

• Autonomous

• Insightful