Author Question: For which of the following students would behaviorist approaches to instruction be least helpful? ... (Read 23 times)

jhjkgdfhk · **on:** Jun 20, 2018

For which of the following students would behaviorist approaches to instruction be least helpful?

a. Ann has a learning disability.
b. Bobby is very anxious about his academic work.
c. Carl would rather socialize with his friends than do his homework.
d. Dana has always been one of the top students in her class.

Question 2

According to social cognitive theorists, reinforcement affects learning because it:

a. Encourages the learner to pay attention
b. Reduces the likelihood of punishment
c. Increases the strength of an SR connection
d. Makes the learner feel good, thus reducing emotions that interferes with the learning process