Social, Cognitive & Neurological factors 3.9 (Definitions)

A mental representation of the layout of one's environment.

A learned behavior that occurs without direct reinforcement.

A sudden realization of a problem's solution.

A behavior learned by observing others.

A child learns to solve a puzzle after watching a friend do it.

A rat learns the layout of a maze without any rewards, but shows this knowledge when a reward is introduced.

A dog learns to sit on command after being given treats.

A student learns a math formula after repeated practice.

Gradual acquisition of knowledge through repeated practice.

Learning that occurs through observing the actions of others.

A sudden and often novel realization of the solution to a problem.

Learning that is reinforced by rewards or punishments.

Learning through direct experience and reinforcement.

Acquiring new behaviors by watching the actions of others.

Learning that occurs without any external reinforcement.

A sudden understanding of a complex problem.

Imitating the behavior of a role model or peer.

Learning through trial and error.

Developing a mental map of one's environment.

Solving problems through insight.

The development of cognitive maps.

The process of insight learning.

The ability to learn through observation and imitation.

The reinforcement of learned behaviors.

Actions that are intended to harm or disadvantage others.

Behaviors that are beneficial to others and society as a whole.

Learning that occurs without any direct reinforcement.

The sudden realization of a solution to a problem.

Helping a stranger in need.

Volunteering at a local charity.

Vandalizing public property.

Donating to a food bank.

Learning can occur without reinforcement.

Learning is always a result of direct experience.

Insight is necessary for problem-solving.

Observational learning requires a model.

A student memorizes a poem by repeating it several times.

A chimpanzee suddenly uses a stick to reach bananas that are out of reach.

A dog learns to fetch a ball after being rewarded with treats.

A child learns to tie their shoes by watching their parents.