Summarize operant and classical conditioning

Summarize operant and classical conditioning. Breakdown where you…

 

Summarize operant and classical conditioning. Breakdown where you see the similarities and differences between these two learning theories. Explain how this relates to cognitive factors in learning such as to observational learning.

Operant conditioning, sometimes referred to as instrumental conditioning, is a method of learning that uses rewards and punishment to modify behavior. Through operant conditioning, behavior that is rewarded is likely to be repeated, and behavior that is punished will rarely occur.