sokhoeurn behaviorism

TOPIC: BEHAVIORISM

Course: Foundation of Educational Psychology

Build Bright University

MA in TESL

Lectured by : Prof. Soeung Sopha

Presented by: Mr. Hieng Sokhoeurn

Learning Outcomes

understand the overview of Behaviorism Theory

distinguish between Classical Conditioning and Operant Conditioning experiment

apply the principles of Classical and Operant Conditioning in the classroom

use the principles of Classical and Operant Conditioning to improve sts’ behaviors effectively

Table of Contents

I. Overview of Behaviorism1.1 Classical Conditioning1.2 Operant Conditioning

II. How to Apply in the Classroom2.1 Apply Classical Conditioning in Classroom2.2. Apply Operant Conditioning in Classroom

Questions & AnswersReferences

I. Overview of Behaviorism

Behaviorism is the view that behavior should be

explained by observable experiences, not by mental processes.

(mental processes Thoughts, feelings, and motives that cannot be observed by others.)

associative learning that two events are connected (associated).1. Classical conditioning (by Pavlov (1927), a Russian physiologist )

2. operant conditioning (by Skinner (1904 –1990)- American psychologist )

1.1. Classical Conditioning (PAVLOV’S Dog)

learning connected, or associated between learners’ Stimulus (environment) and Response (behavior)

PAVLOV’S Dog

1.1. Classical Conditioning ( Pavlov)

1. 2. operant conditioning (Skinner)

1. 2. operant conditioning (Skinner) (instrumental conditioning)

Behavior that brings about a satisfying effect (reinforcement) is apt to be performed again,

1. 2. operant conditioning (Skinner) (instrumental conditioning)

Ex2:

II. How to Apply2.1 Apply Classical Conditioning in Classroom

Purpose: to create and associate with positive and pleasant events=> Learning and Classroom activities

How: use attractive learning ads decorate classroom encourage sts to work in small group greet and smile to sts inform clearly about tests, quizzes, and exams’

format help sts to understand classroom’s rules give time to sts to complete their tasks

2.2 Apply Operant Conditioning in Classroom

Purpose: to change behavior by using Reinforcement and Punishment

How: reinforce Positive Behavior and Real

Achievement use various verbal and non-verbal

reinforcement ( praise, smile, attention, pat on shoulders......

use concrete reinforcement ( cookies, candies, stationeries.....)

surprise reward tell sts which behavior is punished

Learning is a natural pleasure!

Any Queries, please!

1. Of the following, the behaviorist is most likely to study ______________.a. hormone

b. animal learning

c. memory strategy

d. unconscious mind

Any Queries, please!

2. Which response did Pavlov measure in experiment was the ______________

a. fear

b. Salvation

c. Eye blinking

d. Pressing the layer

Any Queries, please!

3. A pleasant stimulus is presented to increase the frequency of a behavior. This statement refers to the definition of ________________

a. positive punishment

b. negative punishment

c. positive reinforcement

d. negative reinforcement

IV. References

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I_ctJqjlrHA&feature=relatedÞ Pigeon’s behaviorEducational Psychology fifth edition by Jhon W.

Santrockasiaeuniversity . Chapter 4. Behaviorism

Thanks!!!