Operant Conditioning Training

Definition

Operant conditioning training refers to using principles of operant conditioning - such as positive and negative reinforcement, punishment, shaping, and schedules of reinforcement - to modify and shape behaviors. It focuses on changing voluntary behaviors through consequences.

Related terms

Positive Reinforcement:

Positive reinforcement involves adding something desirable after a behavior occurs, increasing the probability that the behavior will be repeated.

Shaping:

Shaping is a technique in operant conditioning that involves reinforcing successive approximations of a desired behavior until the final target behavior is achieved.

Schedules of Reinforcement:

Schedules of reinforcement refer to specific patterns or rules for delivering reinforcement, such as continuous or intermittent (partial) reinforcement.