The Beneficial Effect of Cooperative Learning on Social and Academic

question 19

Multiple Choice

The beneficial effect of cooperative learning on social and academic outcomes is most likely due to which of the following reasons?

• A) increased motivation
• B) decline in egocentrism
• C) increased elaboration of information
• D) All of these answers.

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Definitions:

Skinner's Theory

A psychological theory developed by B.F. Skinner that emphasizes the role of reinforcement and punishment in shaping behavior through operant conditioning.

Radical Behaviorism

A theory in psychology that views behavior as the main subject of psychology and emphasizes the influence of the environment on observable behavior.

Graduate School

An advanced program of study focused on a particular academic discipline or profession, typically following the completion of an undergraduate degree.

Skinner's Theory

A psychological theory developed by B.F. Skinner that emphasizes the importance of reinforcement and punishment in shaping behavior through operant conditioning.