PSYC 338 Study Guide - Quiz Guide: Social Cognitive Theory, Albert Bandura, Observational Learning
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A theory needs to consider the contributions of both. Reinforcement socializes children in terms of what behaviors are socially acceptable relating to how they see guardians behave and respond towards others. Reciprocal determinism: contention that person variables, situation variables, and behavior constantly interact with one another. Person (determine how a situation is analyzed and which behaviors are chosen) Situation (provides the setting in which the person behaves) Behavior (provides info concerning the person"s analysis of the situation and modifies the environment) The theory set forth by psychologist albert bandura that a person"s behavior both influences and is influenced by personal factors and the social environment. Behavior-outcome expectancy: belief that acting a certain way in a certain situation will have a certain consequence. Stimulus-outcome expectancy: belief that one environmental event will be followed by another specific event that has been consistently associated with the first event in the past.
