According to the video, what is the psychological definition of learning?

A long-term change in behavior that's based on experience.

In classical conditioning, what is the difference between an unconditioned stimulus and a conditioned stimulus? Provide an example of each.

An unconditioned stimulus naturally triggers a response, while a conditioned stimulus triggers a response after being associated with an unconditioned stimulus. Example of unconditioned stimulus: food. Example of conditioned stimulus: bell.

Which of the following is an example of classical conditioning?

A child flinches at the sound of a dentist's drill after experiencing pain during a previous dental visit.

Explain the difference between positive and negative reinforcement in operant conditioning. Provide an example of each.

Positive reinforcement involves adding a stimulus to increase a behavior, while negative reinforcement involves removing a stimulus to increase a behavior. Example of positive reinforcement: giving a treat to a dog for sitting. Example of negative reinforcement: taking away chores for getting good grades.

How do punishers affect behavior in operant conditioning?

Punishers make it less likely that a behavior will be repeated.

Classical versus Operant Conditioning

10th GradePsychology45 min

Learning Objective

I can compare and contrast classical and operant conditioning.

Lesson Flow

Watch Video

5 min

The difference between classical and operant conditioning - Peggy Andover

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Guided Notes

9 min

Key concepts students will learn:

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In classical conditioning, a previously neutral stimulus becomes a conditioned stimulus when paired with an unconditioned stimulus, leading to a conditioned response.
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Operant conditioning uses reinforcement to increase the likelihood of a behavior and punishment to decrease it.
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Positive reinforcement involves the addition of a desirable stimulus, while negative reinforcement involves the removal of an undesirable stimulus.

Practice

14 min

10 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer

Exit Ticket

5 min

“Describe one key difference between classical conditioning and operant conditioning, using examples from the video.”

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