Asked by Ashley Derus on Jun 23, 2024
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In an experiment, preschool children watched an adult woman repeatedly punch a Bobo doll (a large plastic toy that bounces back when hit) , punctuating her smacks and kicks with instructive comments. They then saw what consequences she received. This experiment was emulating whose theory?
A) Bandura
B) Erikson
C) Freud
D) Jung
Bobo Doll
An experiment that demonstrated how children can learn aggressive behaviors through the observation of adult behavior.
Bandura
Albert Bandura is a psychologist known for his work in social learning theory and for proposing the concept of self-efficacy.
- Elucidate the concept of reciprocal determinism concerning the interplay between behavior and the environment.
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VJ
Vaani JestinJun 28, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
The experiment described is emulating Albert Bandura's social learning theory, which posits that individuals learn behaviors through observation, imitation, and modeling of others, and that reinforcement or punishment of such behaviors can shape their future occurrence.
Learning Objectives
- Elucidate the concept of reciprocal determinism concerning the interplay between behavior and the environment.
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