Behaviorism & Cognitivism

What does behaviorism primarily focus on?

• Cognitive development

• Emotional responses

• Internal mental processes

• Observable and measurable behavior

Who is known as the 'Father of Behaviorism'?

• Edward Thorndike

• B.F. Skinner

• Ivan Pavlov

• John B. Watson

What type of conditioning involves learning by association?

• Social Conditioning

• Operant Conditioning

• Classical Conditioning

• Cognitive Conditioning

What is positive reinforcement?

• Removing an unpleasant condition

• Applying an unpleasant consequence

• Ignoring the behavior

• Adding a pleasant consequence

In behaviorism, how is the learner viewed?

• As a passive responder

• As an active participant

• As a critical thinker

• As a creative individual

What is the role of the teacher in behaviorism?

• Directive and controlling

• Promoter of independent learning

• Encourager of creativity

• Facilitator of discussions

What does extinction refer to in behaviorism?

• The introduction of new behaviors

• The punishment of a behavior

• The reinforcement of a behavior

• The gradual decrease of a behavior

Which of the following is a criticism of behaviorism?

• It ignores observable behavior

• It emphasizes internal thought processes

• It promotes mechanical learning

• It limits creativity and critical thinking

What is operant conditioning primarily concerned with?

• Learning through observation

• Learning through social interaction

• Learning through reinforcement and punishment

• Learning through imitation

Which contributor to behaviorism is known for the Law of Effect?

• B.F. Skinner

• John B. Watson

• Ivan Pavlov

• Edward Thorndike