Behaviorism and Social Learning Theory Have Been Criticized for

question 84

Multiple Choice

Behaviorism and social learning theory have been criticized for

• A) overemphasizing the plasticity of cognitive development.
• B) underestimating people's contributions to their own development.
• C) granting children and adults too active of a role in their own learning.
• D) offering too wide a view of important environmental influences.

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Definitions:

Mutual Respect

Acknowledgment and consideration of the feelings, rights, traditions, or opinions of others, fostering positive and harmonious interactions within a society.

Cultural Differences

Variations in the customs, beliefs, practices, and social behaviors of different societies or communities.

Economic Change

Alterations in the structure, performance, or conditions of an economy over time, which can affect societal norms and roles.

Developing Societies

Nations or social groups characterized by a lower level of industrialization, technological advancement, and economic wealth.