Modeling/Observational Learning
Modeling/Observational Learning
Albert Bandura: Social Learning and his Bobo Doll Experiment
Different Kinds of Models:
-Live model: actual person demonstrating behavior
-Symbolic model: a person or action presented in some other form, i.e. TV, videotape or computer programs
Effects of Modeling
-Teaches new behavior
-Can influence frequency of already learned behaviors
-Can encourage previously unwanted behaviors
Tricia Leigh