Social-Learning-Theory-Albert-Bandura.pptx

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1. Social Learning Theory: Albert Bandura Albert Bandura is a renowned psychologist known for his significant contributions to the field of psychology, particularly in the area of social learning theory.

2. Albert Bandura Early Life Albert Bandura was born on December 4, in Mundare, northern Alberta, Canada. He pursued his studies at the University of British Columbia and the University of Iowa. Academic Achievements In 1949, Bandura received his B.A. degree from the University of British Columbia, followed by an M.A. from the University of Iowa in 1951. He completed his Ph.D. at the University of Iowa in 1952, under the direction of Arthur Benton. Contributions Bandura is famously known as the Father of the Cognitive Theory and was elected president of the American Psychological Association in 1974. He is renowned for his research on social learning theories.

3. Basic Social Learning Concepts 1 Observational Learning People can learn through observation. Bandura's "Bobo doll" studies demonstrated that children imitate behaviors they have observed in others. 2 Intrinsic Reinforcement Mental states are important for learning. Bandura emphasized intrinsic reinforcement as a form of internal reward, connecting learning theories to cognitive developmental theories. 3 Modeling Process Learning does not necessarily lead to a change in behavior. Observational learning shows that people can learn new information without demonstrating new behaviors.

4. Observational Learning Definition Observational Learning: People learn by observing the behaviors of others and the outcomes of those behaviors. Bandura's "Bobo doll" studies are a famous example of this. Models Bandura identified three basic models of observational learning: live model, verbal instructional model, and symbolic model.

5. Intrinsic Reinforcement Internal Reward Bandura noted that external reinforcement was not the only factor influencing learning and behavior. He emphasized intrinsic reinforcement as a form of internal reward.

6. Modeling Process 1 Learning vs. Behavior Learning does not necessarily lead to a change in behavior. Observational learning demonstrates that people can learn new information without demonstrating new behaviors.

7. Live Model Actual Demonstration Live model involves an actual individual demonstrating or acting out behavior.

8. Verbal Instructional Model Descriptions and Explanations Verbal instructional model involves descriptions and explanations of behaviors.

9. Symbolic Model Real or Fictional Characters Symbolic model involves real or fictional characters displaying behaviors in various media.

10. Conclusion 1 Impact of Social Learning Theory Bandura's social learning theory has had a significant impact on the field of psychology, providing valuable insights into how people learn and develop behaviors.