The interpretation and understanding that an individual derives from stimuli.
A component of memory which collects and holds information for short periods of time.
A form of cognitive theory that focuses on the mental processing, storing, and retrieval of knowledge.
Learning through examining the consequences of the behavior of others.
According to Bandura, this process has four stages: (1) attentional phase, in which students turn their attention to a model; (2) retention phase, in which students closely observe the model and then practice behavior; (3) reproduction phase, in which students try to replicate the model’s behavior; (4) motivational phase, in
A set of rules and principles, developed by Bandura, that places significance on reinforcement as well as the effects of cues on thinking and of thinking on action.
The process of broadly transferring behaviors, skills, ideas, or information from one setting or activity to another.
Signals or predictions of what behavior(s) will be rewarded or punished. They are also referred to as antecedent stimuli.