Technology For Teachers UCF Spring 2012

1. Micah Smith

2.  What is Behaviorism?
 Key Figures in Behaviorism
 How Can Behaviorism Be Used in a
Classroom?
 How Will I Use Behaviorism in My Classroom?
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3.  Based on the theory
that all behaviors are
acquired through
conditioning.
 Conditioning occurs
through interaction
with the environment
 Easy to collect data
and information when
conducting research

4.  Two main types
of conditioning:
Classical and
Operant.
 Classical- A
stimulus is
paired with a
response.
 Operant-
Learning is
achieved
through
rewards and
punishments.
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5.  B.F. Skinner- Invented
the “Skinner Box.”
 John B. Watson-
Performed the “Little
Albert” experiment.
 Ivan Pavlov- Best known
for his work in classical
conditioning

6.  Did extensive research on
physiology and digestion.
 Won 1904 Nobel Prize in
Physiology.
 Developed the term
conditional reflex through a
series of experiments
including dogs and
stimulus's.
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7.  Implement the
reward and
punishment system.
 Reward the
achieving students.
 Punish the slacking
students.

8.  Condition the
poor students into
positive habits.
 Encourage healthy
habits in
education.
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9.  Give candy to the
students who turn in
work on time.
 Allow students who
listen to run errands,
go to library to study,
etc.

10.  Ensure that good
habits continue
throughout
education.
 Create a healthy
and productive
educational
environment.
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11. What is Behaviorism
 Psychology.about.com/behaviorism
Key Figures
 Psychology.about.com/pd/profilesofmajorthink
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