got behaviorism?

Agenda

• What is Behaviorism?

• Theorists

• Behaviorism in action

• Conclusion and Reflection

What is Behaviorism?

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–Martinez regarding EL Thorndike’s Law of Effect (1911)

“Any behavior that is followed by rewards is more likely to be repeated.”

Stimulus Response

Operant Conditioning

Reinforcement

BF Skinner

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Behaviorism in golf

Conclusion & Reflection

• Golf ball served as a reinforcement.

• Repetition is important.

• Frustration made behaviorism difficult.

• Complex thinking can help participant.