Social Cognitive Theory Discussion Activity

Please note: If you are attending class on Thursday, we will do this IN CLASS. No need to do it ahead of time. If you are NOT attending class on Thursday, you may complete this on your own on Canvas before the deadline.

Standard expectations: As with every assignment in this class, be sure to respond to the following questions in your own words and succinctly (in as few words as possible). 

Assignment: This week we learned about social cognitive theory. One of the important aspects determining if observed behavior will be modeled is the reinforcements associated with that behavior. Imagine if you are an instructor for a class and you are interested in increasing student participation. Think of positive reinforcement, negative reinforcement, positive punishment, and negative punishment for this behavior and this situation.  

Positive reinforcement (1 point):

Negative reinforcement (1 point):

Positive punishment (1 point):

Negative punishment (1 point):

Amongst your group, discuss the reasons why you do or don’t participate in larger classes. Provide a brief summary of what are the reasons/circumstances where students decide to participate versus not in larger classes (1 point).