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SOCIAL COGNITIVE THEORY
Albert Bandura (1977) developed social cognitive theory to explain the process of human behavior, initially referred to as social learning theory. ... Banduras social cognitive theory posited that behavior is not only influenced by external reinforcement but also by observing an event. ... Social learning theory. ...
Social Development Theory (L. Vygotsky)
Overview:
The major theme of Vygotskys theoretical framework is that social interaction plays a fundamental role in the development of cognition. Vygotsky (1978) states: "Every function in the childs cultural development appears twice: first, on the social level, and later, on the individual level; first, between people (interpsychological) and then inside the child (intrapsychological). ... Furthermore, full development during the ZPD depends upon full social interaction. ...
Vygotskys theory is complementary to the work of Bandura on social learning and a key component of situated learning theory. ... Full cognitive development requires social interaction. ... Cambridge, MA: Harvard University Press
Social Learning Theory (A. Bandura)
Overview:
The social learning theory of Bandura emphasizes the importance of observing and modeling the behaviors, attitudes, and emotional reactions of others. ... Social learning theory explains human behavior in terms of continuous reciprocal interaction between cognitive, behavioral, an environmental influences. ...
Because it encompasses attention, memory and motivation, social learning theory spans both cognitive and behavioral frameworks. ...
Scope/Application:
Social learning theory has been applied extensively to the understanding of aggression (Bandura, 1973) and psychological disorders, particularly in the context of behavior modification (Bandura, 1969). ...
Example:
The most common (and pervasive) examples of social learning situations are television commercials.
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