Operant Conditioning (Skinner)
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In the context of B.F. Skinner's theory of 'Operant Conditioning', what is the primary educational implication and methodology of the process known as 'Shaping'?
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Understanding Shaping in Operant Conditioning
According to B.F. Skinner, Shaping is an operant conditioning method used to teach complex or novel desired behaviors by reinforcing successive approximations toward the ultimate goal.
- Involves breaking down a complex behavior into smaller, manageable steps.
- Each incremental step that moves closer to the target behavior is systematically reinforced.
- Widely applied in behavior modification and educational settings for skill acquisition.
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