Operant Conditioning Flashcard

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What is an example of positive reinforcement in a classroom setting?

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Awarding a student with a sticker for completing their homework

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DOK Level 1: Recall

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Which scenario best illustrates negative reinforcement? A teacher scolds a student to stop them from doodling during class, A teacher stops nagging a student once they start their assignment, A student is given detention for not completing their homework, A student receives a trophy for winning a spelling bee

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A teacher stops nagging a student once they start their assignment

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DOK Level 1: Recall

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What does positive punishment involve?

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Adding an unpleasant stimulus in response to an unwanted behavior.

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DOK Level 1: Recall

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Identify an example of negative punishment.

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A student's phone is taken away for texting during class.

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DOK Level 1: Recall

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How does positive reinforcement differ from negative reinforcement?

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Positive reinforcement involves adding a pleasant stimulus, while negative reinforcement involves removing an unpleasant one.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

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In the context of operant conditioning, what is the primary goal of using positive punishment?

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To decrease the likelihood of a behavior occurring again

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

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Which of the following is an example of negative punishment? A student is given a time-out for yelling in class, A student is rewarded with a candy for quiet behavior, A student is scolded for not completing homework, A student is allowed to play a game after finishing their work

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A student is given a time-out for yelling in class

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

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What would be an effective form of positive reinforcement for a student who excels in submitting projects on time?

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Giving verbal praise for on-time submissions

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

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Design a classroom strategy that uses negative reinforcement to encourage students to hand in assignments on time.

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Stop periodic quizzes once all students submit assignments on time for a consecutive period.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

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How can a teacher apply positive punishment to reduce instances of cheating during exams?

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Assign extra essays to students caught cheating.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking