Learning Theories

Learning Theories

Social Learning -

• Also known as observational learning
• Involves observing and copying the actions of others, role models for example
• All behaviour is learned from the environment
• The personality is not genetically programmed
• The role model (or significant other) is more likely to be copied if they are the same gender as the learner
• They are also more likely to be copied if they are powerful and authotitive
• Can occur if someone joins a new group and adopts the norms of the group
• Role models may cause young performers to develop an interest in sport
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