How to Train a Brain - Crash Course Psychology

The video explores the contributions of Ivan Pavlov to psychology, particularly his experiments on classical conditioning, which laid the groundwork for behaviorism. It explains how Pavlov's work with dogs demonstrated associative learning, leading to the development of classical conditioning. The video also covers operant conditioning, introduced by B.F. Skinner, which involves associating behavior with consequences. It discusses the controversies surrounding these theories and the role of cognitive processes in learning. The video concludes with a look at reinforcement schedules and their application in real life.

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