Learning Theory Test 2

Thorndike's primary laws in S-R theory of Connectionism before 1930 are:1.) Law of Readiness2.

) Law of Exercise3.) Law of Effect

Law of Readiness:-The law basically states that it is a series of responses can be chained together to satisfy some goal which will result in annoyance if blocked. One of primary laws in Thorndike's S-R theory of Connectionism.-Interfering with goal directed behavior which leads to frustration (annoying, avoids abandon)-Forcing a behavior the organism is not ready to perform leads to frustration-When the organism is ready engaging in the behavior is satisfying (attempts to attain and preserve)

Law of Exercise: -The law basically states that connections become strengthened with practice and weakened when practice is discontinued.

One of primary laws in Thorndike's S-R theory of Connectionism.-Law of use- connections between stimulus and response are strengthened with use, "practice makes perfect"-Law of disuse- connections are weakened when practice is abandoned, "forget by not doing"

Law of Effect:-Thorndike's principle that behaviors followed by favorable consequences become more likely, and that behavior followed by unfavorable consequences become less likely. One of primary laws in Thorndike's S-R theory of Connectionism.-This is a break from traditional associationism that claimed the frequency of the occurrence or mere continuity determine the strength of association.

Attacks on the law of effect:-Circular to use the increase in the probability of a response as both an indicator of a satisfying outcome in the strength of learning.-How can outcome work backward in time to strengthen the link? (confirming reaction).-"Automatic" strengthening and weakening of bonds without awareness of consequences.