Modeling

Definition

Modeling is a type of learning where individuals ascertain how to act or perform by observing another individual.

Related terms

Observational Learning:

This is learning by watching others and then imitating, or modeling, what they do or say. The cooking show example falls under this category.

Mirror Neurons:

These are neurons that fire both when an animal acts and when the animal observes the same action performed by another. They're like your brain's version of following along with a recipe step-by-step on TV.

Social Learning Theory:

This theory suggests we learn social behaviors by watching and imitating others. Like learning table manners by observing how your family behaves during dinner time.