Social Learning Theory

Social Learning Theory

1. Assumptions

   • Observation & imitation
   • All experience
   • Processes between stimulus & response
   • Others & own

2. Modelling

   • Learn from
   • 'Live'
     • Parents
   • 'Symbolic'
     • TV

3. Identification

   • Extent relates
   • Same outcomes
     • Similar

4. Imitation

   • Patterns behaviour acquired
   • Model observed & copied

5. Vicarious Reinforcement

   • Observe & see rewards
     • Imitate

6. Bandura's Bobo Dolls

   • Stage 1 - Modelling
   • Stage 2 - Aggression Arousal
   • Stage 3 - Test for Imitation
   • Findings
   • Evaluation