Learning
● There are several types of learning which psychologists focus on. Research and practice can center on the way the brain retains information as well as how learning can impact and change behavior.
Go here: http://www.simplypsychology.org/operant-conditioning.html
● What is operant conditioning?
● Who’s research was Skinner’s work based on?
● Watch the video under reinforcement. What is the purpose of reinforcement?
● What is the purpose of punishment?
● How have you seen operant condition in your own lives? How have your parents tried to employ it?
Go here: http://www.educationplanner.org/students/self-assessments/learning-styles.shtml
Take the quiz on learning styles.
● analyze the quiz questions and results.
● What types of questions were asked?
● Do you think the description of the results could help you in your study habits?
● Why do you think people learn in different ways?