Behaviorist

Pronunciation: /bɪˈheɪvjərɪst/

Behaviorist (noun)

  1. A person who believes learning and change come mainly from what someone does and the results that follow.
  2. A researcher who studies behaviour by looking at observable actions, not inner thoughts or feelings.
  3. A person who explains problems mainly through actions and rewards or punishments, rather than personal meaning.

Examples

  • A behaviorist learns from actions and adjusts teaching methods.
  • The behaviorist watches results and improves training through actions.