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Psychology Applied to Teaching , Tenth Edition
Jack Snowman, Southern Illinois University
Robert Biehler
Reflective Journal Questions
Chapter 7: Behavioral and Social Learning Theories



  1. What types of behavioral reinforcements have I used recently? How did the students react to these reinforcers? What adjustments can I make to increase the effectiveness of certain reinforcers in my classroom?

  2. As a teacher, what do I see as the strengths and weaknesses of the various classroom applications of operant conditioning? In what situations would each of these applications be most effective?

  3. My students learn from observing me as well as from observing their classmates. What steps am I taking to ensure that my students are learning appropriate behaviors in my classroom? How can I use social learning to enhance desired behaviors and reduce undesired behaviors?

  4. How good am I at knowing my students level of self-efficacy related to the tasks I provide in my classes? What steps have I taken to enhance self-efficacy among students who are struggling in my classes? Have these steps been effective? What are some other steps that I could take?

  5. How can I take advantage of what computer-assisted instruction can offer? What are some steps that I should take to maximize the benefits of computer-assisted instruction regarding both the implementation of computer-assisted instruction and its use in my classroom?


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