A Fifth-Grader Has Just Learned How to Do Some Simple

question 105

Multiple Choice

A fifth-grader has just learned how to do some simple programming on her dad's computer. Now, her class at school is learning programming and she gets gold stars for doing well. If the overjustification effect occurs, what is likely to happen this summer when she no longer gets stars for programming?

• A) She will not work as hard as she did before she received the reward.
• B) She will continue at about the same rate as before she was rewarded.
• C) She will work harder than before she received the reward.
• D) She will only work hard if there is a bigger reward later on.

Understand the concept and use of mediating variables in correlation analysis.

Recognize situations illustrating different types of correlations.

Distinguish between direct and indirect (inverse) correlations and their implications.

Understand the basics and limitations of correlation coefficients in describing data.

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Definitions:

Variable Interval

A reinforcement schedule in which the reinforcement is provided after a variable and unpredictable amount of time has passed following a behavior.

Fixed Interval

In operant conditioning, a schedule of reinforcement where the first response after a specified amount of time has elapsed is rewarded.

Continuous Reinforcement

A learning process in which a behavior is reinforced each time it occurs, leading to faster acquisition of the behavior.

Fixed Interval

A schedule of reinforcement where the first response is rewarded only after a specified amount of time has elapsed, used in the study of behavior.