The theory of learning given by Skinner is

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  1. Classical conditioning
  2. Operant conditioning.
  3. Insight learning
  4. Trial and Error learning

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Option 2 : Operant conditioning.
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The correct answer is Operant conditioning.

Key Points

  • According to B. F. Skinner's theory of learning, our behaviors are developed or conditioned through reinforcements.
  • Operant refers to any conduct that affects the environment and has a result.
  • He called this technique operant conditioning.
  • According to Skinner, if rewards and punishments are given in a way that encourages an organism to get a little bit closer to the desired behavior every time, it can be used to develop incredibly complex behavior.
  • Skinner is well known for creating the behaviorism theory and for writing the utopian book "Walden Two."

Additional Information

  • Classical conditioning:
    • It is a type of learning that happens unconsciously.
    • When you learn through classical conditioning, a predetermined stimulus is matched with an instinctive conditioned response.
  • Insight learning:
    • The process of insight learning results in a momentary insight into a challenge.
  • Trial and Error learning:
    • Trial and error learning is learning from multiple attempts.

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