Asked by Ashley Saylors on May 08, 2024

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Which of the following is the best example of social learning?

A) You notice that many of your classmates are comfortable speaking with professors after class. Even though you are usually shy, you therefore decide that you will try to speak with professors after class too.
B) Every time you wear the poncho you purchased in Mexico, you think fondly about the time that you spent there.
C) You ask for an extension on a paper that is due for class; your teacher says yes, and you still end up with a really good grade. This leads you to ask other teachers for extensions as well.
D) After going to the same dentist for many years, you develop a fondness for your dentist and for the other people who work in her office.

Social Learning

The theory that people can learn new behaviors by observing and imitating others.

Professors

Faculty members of a college or university with the responsibility of teaching and research.

Extensions

Additional parts or components added to enhance or expand the functionality or capability of an existing system.

  • Understanding the key concepts behind observational or social learning.
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Brianda RamirezMay 13, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Social learning theory suggests that people can learn new behaviors through observation and imitation of others. In choice A, observing classmates' behavior and deciding to emulate it is a direct example of social learning.