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Learning theory encompasses frameworks that explain how knowledge is absorbed and retained, influenced by various factors. Key types include classical conditioning, where a new response is created through stimulus pairing, and operant conditioning, which involves behavior manipulation through consequences like reinforcement and punishment. Understanding these theories aids in comprehending how worldviews and skills are developed.

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Learning Theory

Learning theory encompasses frameworks that explain how knowledge is absorbed and retained, influenced by various factors. Key types include classical conditioning, where a new response is created through stimulus pairing, and operant conditioning, which involves behavior manipulation through consequences like reinforcement and punishment. Understanding these theories aids in comprehending how worldviews and skills are developed.

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Learning Theory & Behavioural Personality

Learning Theory

 Conceptual frameworks that explain how knowledge is absorbed,


processed, and retained during learning.

 Influenced by cognitive, emotional, environmental factors, and


prior experiences.

 Helps in understanding how a worldview is formed and how knowledge


and skills are retained.

Types of Learning Theories

1. Classical Conditioning

 A learning process where a naturally occurring stimulus and


response are paired with a different stimulus to create a new
response.

 Example: Pavlov’s dogs – A bell (new stimulus) was paired with food
(natural stimulus) to make the dogs salivate (response).

2. Operant Conditioning

 Learning occurs through the manipulation of consequences of


behavior.

Types of Consequences in Operant Conditioning:

1. Positive Reinforcement – Adding a positive stimulus to encourage


behavior.

o Example: Giving a reward for good behavior.

2. Negative Reinforcement – Removing a negative stimulus to


encourage behavior.

o Example: Removing restrictions when a student behaves well.

3. Punishment – Adding a negative consequence to weaken behavior.

o Example: Giving detention for misbehavior.

4. Extinction – Weakening behavior by removing reinforcement.

o Example: Ignoring attention-seeking behavior until it stops.

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