A Peer or Manager Who Works Closely with an Employee

question 63

Multiple Choice

A peer or manager who works closely with an employee to motivate him/her,help him/her develop skills,and provide reinforcement and feedback is known as a:

• A) protégé.
• B) coach.
• C) moderator.
• D) high-potential employee.
• E) facilitator.

Comprehend the principles of operant conditioning, including different reinforcement schedules and the concepts of reinforcement and punishment.

Grasp the significance of observational learning and identify the factors necessary for it to occur.

Differentiate between various types of reinforcement (positive, negative) and punishment (application, removal).

Recognize the role of cognitive processes in learning, challenging the notion that learning is purely behavioral.

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