Classical conditioning

Classical conditioning is a type of unconscious, automatic learning. While many people think of Pavlov’s dog, there are hundreds of examples in our daily lives that show how classical conditioning affects us.

What is the difference between Classical and Operant Conditioning? Classical conditioning is based on involuntary reflexive behavior. Operant conditioning..

Operant conditioning, developed by B.F. Skinner, involves the use of positive and negative reinforcement and punishment.

Positive Reinforcement. Making a behavior stronger by following the behavior with a pleasant stimulus. Negative Reinforcement. Making a behavior stronger by taking away a negative stimulus. Negative Punishment. Reducing a behavior by removing a pleasant stimulus when the behavior occurs. Positive Punishment. Reducing a behavior by presenting an unpleasant stimulus when the behavior occurs.

Learn the history and ideas in common behind most methods of dog training, including one of the most popular methods today: Clicker training.

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Learn classical conditioning through examples and how to apply it in dog training.

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Operant conditioning / instrumental learning is a mechanism by which behaviors can be strenghtened or weakend over time. This information handout describes the principles of operant conditioning / instrumental learning and how it applies to cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).

Pavlovian Conditioning is one of the major influences in behaviorism which itself was a school of psychology that dominated the subject in the mid-20th century. In this infographic, explore what ‘Pavlovian Conditioning’ is, dive into the science behind it and finally discover real world examples of ‘Classical Conditioning’.