Behaviorism

Pronunciation: /ˈbɪheɪvjɝˈɪzəm/

Behaviorism (noun)

  1. A theory that explains learning and behaviour mainly by studying observable actions and the effects that follow them.
  2. An approach that says the environment shapes behaviour through rewards, punishments, and repeated experiences.

Examples

  • Behaviorism explains learning by actions and rewards.
  • The teacher uses behaviorism to shape learning by actions.