Problem
I. Describe a specific behavior that one changes in response to an external stimulus.
II. What external stimulus could affect ones behavior?
III. Would they be aware that their behavior was being influenced by the stimulus? If so, how would-be know?
IV. Explain whether the change in behavior would be positive or negative.
V. If positive, in what ways can you continue to reinforce this behavior?
VI. If negative, and if it is something that person would like to change again, what are some steps that can be taken to change this behavior?
VII. Explain why one of the behaviors described above is an example of classical conditioning (Watson), operant conditioning (Skinner), or neither of these. Address the following in your response:
VIII. If one of the above types of conditioning applies to the example, which specific features helped to identify it?
IX. Explain why this type of conditioning is most effective in learning or changing this behavior.
X. If neither type of conditioning applies to the behavior, why is this the case? Explain your response in terms of specific conditioning features (e.g., stimulus, response, association) or inherent aspects of the behavior itself.