Modeling
Definition
Modeling is a type of learning where individuals ascertain how to act or perform by observing another individual.
Analogy
Think of modeling like a cooking show. You watch the chef prepare and cook the meal, then you replicate their actions in your own kitchen.
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.
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- What is the well-known experiment that demonstrated the importance of observational learning and modeling?
- In terms of observational learning, what does modeling refer to?
- Who developed the concept of "modeling" as a key aspect of the social-cognitive perspective?
- Why do psychologists consider modeling an important aspect of social-cognitive theory?
- Which sociological theory best aligns with Albert Bandura's social learning theory in terms of the role of observation and modeling in shaping human behavior?
- What unique method could incorporate schema theory and modeling as tools for studying memory recall among high school students?
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