From the Perspective of Social Cognitive Theory, It Is Essential

question 15

Multiple Choice

From the perspective of social cognitive theory, it is essential that we follow through with the reinforcement we have said will follow certain behaviors.Why is such follow- through important?

• A)When expected reinforcement doesn't occur, students feel punished.
• B)Vicarious reinforcement alone is a relatively ineffective means of changing behavior.
• C)Students' self-efficacy is adversely affected if they don't receive reinforcement on a regular basis.
• D)Students learn more quickly when they are reinforced intermittently rather than continuously.

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