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The document outlines an activity on behaviorism for a social studies class, focusing on classical and operant conditioning. It includes tasks for students to complete, such as identifying types of reinforcement and punishment, and answering essay questions about the importance of conditioning in teaching. The responses emphasize the significance of understanding behavior shaping and the limitations of rewards and punishments in achieving lasting behavioral change.

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Activity Behaviorism Midterm

The document outlines an activity on behaviorism for a social studies class, focusing on classical and operant conditioning. It includes tasks for students to complete, such as identifying types of reinforcement and punishment, and answering essay questions about the importance of conditioning in teaching. The responses emphasize the significance of understanding behavior shaping and the limitations of rewards and punishments in achieving lasting behavioral change.

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Name: ANDREOUS DENC E.

BANTON Score: ___________/ 35


Year & Section: 2E-SOCIAL STUDIES Date: 3-17-25

ACTIVITY 1 (Behaviorism)
I. Classical Conditioning. Complete the learning paradigm below. (10 pts.)

Stage 1 – Before Conditioning Students

Shuffling of class cards No response

Stage 2 – During Conditioning


Shuffling of class cards
Neutral stimulus

Teacher announces: nervous/ shock


“Class get ready for a recitation!” unconditioned response

Stage 3 – After Conditioning

Shuffling of class cards nervous/ shock

II. Operant Conditioning. Identify whether each statement is a positive


reinforcement, negative reinforcement, positive punishment or negative
punishment. Use the code below. (10 pts.)

PR – Positive Reinforcement PP – Positive Punishment


NR – Negative Reinforcement NP – Negative Punishment

PR 1. Teacher Anne enters the classroom with a smile in her face and
greets her class. Her students happily respond: “Good morning Teacher
Anne!”
NP 2. Kian received a failing grade in Mathematics, her father did not
allow him to join in a field trip.
PR 3. Reziah submitted her project before the scheduled time. Her
teacher gave her additional ten points.
PP 4. Jaze did not submit her assignment on time, her teacher gave her
additional task.
NP 5. Wade gave a lot of excuses for being late in submitting his
requirements. Mr.
Rosales deduct his points and he received low grade.
NR 6. Prof. Mendoza announces that whoever got the grade of 1.00 in
Midterm from his class, they will no longer take the final exam.
PR 7. Kassandra is so active in class. Her teacher gives her two stars
every time she answers correctly.
NP 8. Casey didn’t clean her room. Her mother doesn’t let her play outside.
NR 9. Reid has a grade of 95 in his report card. His mom declares that he
doesn’t need to do his household chores every day because of his
high grade.
NP 10. Missy came late in her class. Her teacher did not allow her to
join in the activity.

III. Essay

1. Why is it important for teachers to learn the concept of conditioning in


teaching a learner-centered classroom? (4 pts.)

-It is important for teachers to learn the concept of conditioning because it helps
them understand how students' behaviors are shaped through reinforcement and
punishment. By applying positive reinforcement, teachers can encourage desired
behaviors, making learning more effective,also understanding negative reinforcement
allows teachers to remove unpleasant stimuli to motivate students. Punishments can
also be used thoughtfully to discourage disruptive or undesired behaviors.

2. One criticism to operant conditioning is that there is no lasting behavioral


change. Reinforcing a behavior through rewards and punishments only
lasts temporarily. Do you believe in this statement? Why or why not? (5
pts.)

-Yes, I agree that rewards and punishments don't always create lasting change.
People might only act a certain way to get a reward or avoid punishment. Once those
things are gone, they might go back to their old habits. Real change happens when
someone wants to do something for themselves, not just for a reward. So, while
rewards work for a short time, they don't always lead to long-term behavior changes.

3. As a teacher, how will you apply the three laws of learning by Thorndike’s
Connectionism theory? (2 pts each.)

3.1Law of Readiness
-I would assess students' prior knowledge and developmental level before
introducing new concepts to ensure they are mentally and physically prepared to
learn. I create learning activities that align with students' current abilities and
interests, fostering a sense of engagement and reducing frustration.
3.2Law of Exercise
-I'd incorporate frequent practice and repetition into lessons to reinforce
connections between stimuli and responses, strengthening learning, also I will provide
varied opportunities for students to apply their knowledge through worksheets,
activities, and real-world examples.

3.3Law of Effect
-I will provide immediate and positive feedback to students when they demonstrate
correct responses or effort, reinforcing desired behaviors,and creating a rewarding
learning environment that motivates students to engage and succeed.

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