Greg Has Terrible Study Habits: Whenever He Is Given an Assignment

question 98

Essay

Greg has terrible study habits: Whenever he is given an assignment to be done either in class or at home,he doesn't begin the assignment until he has been repeatedly nagged by either you (his teacher)or his parents. Furthermore,Greg seems unable to complete assignments without constant prodding to stay on task. Explain how you might use operant conditioning to help Greg develop better study habits. Be concrete and specific in your explanation of what you would do,and be sure to include each of the following in your description:
a. A secondary reinforcer you might use
b. Shaping
c. Some means of preventing extinction

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Definitions:

Constructive Criticism

Feedback provided in a positive and supportive manner intended to help improve an individual's performance or behavior.

Information Overload

Exposure to an overwhelming amount of information.

Electronic Communication

The transmission of information using electronic means such as email, text messages, and social media.

Text Message

A form of electronic communication where short messages are sent over cellular networks between mobile devices.