Question

1. Remember the key terms about learning.

Write the definition for each key term. (Complete this activity below.)

learning:

habituation:

sensitization:

2. Understand the three main types of learning.

Describe these three types of learning using your own words. (Complete this activity below.)

Answer 1

LEARNING: learning can be defined in many ways , but most Psychologists often define learning as a relatively permanent change in behavior as a result of experience.

HABITUATION:Habituation is a form of non-associative learning in which an innate (non-reinforced) response to a stimulus decreases after repeated or prolonged presentations of that stimulus. ... For example, organisms may habituate to repeated sudden loud noises when they learn these have no consequences.

SENSITIZATION: Is a associative learning process in which repeated administration of a stimulus results in the progressive amplification of a response.[1] Sensitization often is characterized by an enhancement of response to a whole class of stimuli in addition to the one that is repeated. For example, repetition of a painful stimulus may make one more responsive to a loud noise.

HOW DO WE LEARN:

The Three Different Types of Learning Styles Just as a child develops his personality and style, so does he develop a learning style. A learning style refers to the means in which a child acquires information best. There are three main different types of learning styles, that is, three types of learners:

Visual Learners: Students that understand and learn best when information is presented to them visually. Seeing information helps these students visualize concepts taught.

Auditory Learners: Students that understand and learn best when information is presented to them in an auditory manner. Hearing information helps these students internalize concepts taught.

Kinesthetic Learners: Students that understand and learn best when information is presented to them kinesthetically. Using their hands or bodies helps these students experience the concepts taught.

TYPES OF LEARNING;
There are three main types of learning: classical conditioning, operant conditioning, and observational learning. Both classical and operant conditioning are forms of associative learning, in which associations are made between events that occur together. Observational learning is just as it sounds: learning by observing others.

1. Classical Conditioning;

Classical conditioning is a process by which we learn to associate events, or stimuli, that frequently happen together; as a result of this, we learn to anticipate events. Ivan Pavlov conducted a famous study involving dogs in which he trained (or conditioned) the dogs to associate the sound of a bell with the presence of a piece of meat. The conditioning is achieved when the sound of the bell on its own makes the dog salivate in anticipation for the meat.

2.OPERANT CONDITIONING;

Operant conditioning is the learning process by which behaviors are reinforced or punished, thus strengthening or extinguishing a response. Edward Thorndike coined the term “law of effect,” in which behaviors that are followed by consequences that are satisfying to the organism are more likely to be repeated, and behaviors that are followed by unpleasant consequences are less likely to be repeated. B. F. Skinner researched operant conditioning by conducting experiments with rats in what he called a “Skinner box.” Over time, the rats learned that stepping on the lever directly caused the release of food, demonstrating that behavior can be influenced by rewards or punishments. He differentiated between positive and negative reinforcement, and also explored the concept of extinction.

3.Observational Learning

Observational learning occurs through observing the behaviors of others and imitating those behaviors—even if there is no reinforcement at the time. Albert Bandura noticed that children often learn through imitating adults, and he tested his theory using his famous Bobo-doll experiment. Through this experiment, Bandura learned that children would attack the Bobo doll after viewing adults hitting the doll.

Online resources;
Below I’ve listed an online site that quizzes you in hopes of determining which of the different types of learning styles apply to you.

What Is My Learning Style? – This is a website that offers three different learning style tests and gives excellent resources at the end.