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Bandura definitions
definitions of Bandura's observational learning theory
Term | Definition |
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Observational Learning | Learning new responses by observing the behavior of other people |
Vicarious Reinforcement | Learning or strengthening a behavior by observing the behavior of others, and the consequences of that behavior, rather than experiencing the reinforcement or consequences directly |
Modeling | A behavior-modification technique that involves observing the behavior of others (called models) and participating with them in performing that desired behavior |
Disinhibition | The weakening of inhibitions or constraints by observing the behavior of a model |
Self-Reinforcement | Administering rewards or punishments to oneself for meeting, exceeding, or falling short of one's own expectations or standards |
Self-Efficacy | Our feeling of adequacy, efficiency and competence in coping with life |