Does positive reinforcement predict a better outcome than punishment?Discuss
Modifying aggressive behaviors: Does positive reinforcement predict a better outcome than punishment?Discuss
Tag: Reinforcement
What type of operant conditioning is being used in this example?
Answer the following multiple choice questions to the best of your ability. Each question is worth 3 points. Take your time before answering. Do not access the internet to answer these questions, as I think the internet will likely steer you in the wrong direction anyways. As clearly noted in the syllabus, using the internet […]
What resulted because of this reinforcement? Once you realized the continuation of the undesirable behavior how did you manage to guide the individual to desirable behavior?
Respond to the following in a minimum of 150 words: According to the principles of operant conditioning, reinforcement seeks to increase the chances of a behavior continuing, so we should only reinforce those behaviors that we would like to see again. There are times when we may intentionally reinforce behavior of someone for our convenience […]
Which schedule of reinforcement is the reason the boyfriend is still texting so long after the breakup?Which schedule of reinforcement is Manuel using to lure in repeat business?
Answer the following questions by identifying the correct schedule of reinforcement. Provide a 50- to 75-word explanation of why you believe this is the schedule of reinforcement being used. 1. Mrs. Blass is tired of her students not being prepared for class each day. She knows that they are hard-working seniors who value getting an […]
Describe how you will provide reinforcement for Zoe as she learns the new skill so she can become more independent.
Zoe is a seventeen year old, high school student who has Autism Spectrum Disorder. She is non-verbal and uses an augmentative communication device to communicate her wants and needs. She does not seek out her peers or adults unless she needs something. She will use her communication device when prompted. One of her objectives is […]
Compare an instance of reinforcement that you find in the Bible with the description of reinforcement in your textbook.
Thread Prompt: “Reinforcement is the process in which a behavior is strengthened by the immediate consequence that reliably follows its occurrence” (Miltenberger, 2012, p. 61). Reinforcers can include food, blessings, attention, protection, and many other things. Compare an instance of reinforcement that you find in the Bible with the description of reinforcement in your textbook.