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Psychology Applied to Teaching,
Eleventh Edition
Jack Snowman, Southern Illinois University
Robert Biehler
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Reflection Journal Questions
Chapter 7: Behavioral Learning Theory: Operant Conditioning
- 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?
- What are some ways that I can use my knowledge about operant conditioning to extinguish or end unwanted behaviors in my classroom? How do the students react to these approaches?
- How can I incorporate the various types of reinforcements schedules (fixed ratio, variable ratio, fixed interval, variable interval) into my classroom? How can I evaluate the effectiveness of these various types of schedules?
- 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?
- How can I take advantage of what computer-based instruction can offer? What are some steps that I should take to maximize the benefits of computer-based instruction regarding both the implementation of computer-based instruction and its use in my classroom?
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