Question
Classical conditioning and operant conditioning
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| Aspect | Classical Conditioning | Operant Conditioning |
|---|---|---|
| Definition | Learning through association | Learning through consequences |
| Pioneer Psychologists | Ivan Pavlov and John B. Watson | B.F. Skinner |
| Focus of Learning | Involuntary, automatic responses | Voluntary, goal-directed behaviors |
| Stimulus Type | Involves pairing a neutral stimulus with an unconditioned stimulus to create a conditioned response. | Involves the consequences of a behavior (reinforcement or punishment) shaping the likelihood of that behavior occurring again. |
| Response Type | Emphasizes reflexive, involuntary responses. | Emphasizes voluntary, learned behaviors. | __________ _________ _________ ______ ______ __________ __________ ______ __________ _______.