Reward system

Every journey you take must begin with a single step whether it’s physical, imaginative or an inner journey. A journey is represented on the steps you take towards a physical (set out) goal or something you want to achieve that is only achieved by imagination at this point of time. This is shown in Wind in the Willows as imaginative description is used to create an atmosphere of what the Toad, Rat and Mole are seeing. This technique is used to create an image while the Rat follows another…

One of the most effective treatment is operant conditioning. Operant conditioning is a learning process that occurs by consequences of a behavior. The behavior of an organism is strengthened or weakened by the type of consequences it receives: a reward (reinforcement) or a punishment. The consequences lead to the general techniques of operant conditioning that will branch out to two main points, those being positive or negative. Positive reinforcement is an act of adding a stimulus in a…

Reinforcements in horse training can be either giving the horse something it likes i.e. positive reinforcement, or removing something it does not like i.e. negative reinforcement. Both positive and negative allows for a connection between a specific stimulus and the desired response, so that when the specific stimulus is presented again there is a greater chance of the horse’s making the correct response according to Tarpy. Like stimuli, reinforcements can be either natural or learned. Trainers…

Classical Conditioning Classical conditioning is when a neutral stimulus comes to bring about a response after it is paired with a stimulus that naturally brings about that stimulus. Operant condition is learning in which a voluntary response is strengthened or weakened, depending on its favorable consequences. Whether we realize it or not, we tend to be exposed to both classical and operant conditioning on a daily bases. Many examples of both of these conditions can be derived from media.…

mean that two stimuli are linked together to produce a new learned response in a person or animal.(McLeod, "Classical Conditioning", 1970) For example, when training a dog you may use a clicker to associate the clicking sound with good behavior then reward the dog with a treat. The two stimuli that would be linked together in this case would be the clicker and good behavior. Operant conditioning on the other hand, was based on Thorndike’s (1905) law of effect. Skinner introduced a new term into…

A phobia is an irrational fear to something. Phobias are a common thing however they can be quite unusual such as trypophobia (the fear of holes). They can be acquired in many ways one of the most famous explanations being that of classical conditioning. Classical conditioning is a form of learning in which a new involuntary response is learned as a result of two stimuli being presented at the same time. The theory was created by Ivan Pavlov in 1902 where he applied it to animals. It involves a…

Motivation is the reasoning for acting or behaving in a precise manner. People look to motivation for a reason for doing something, it’s the energy and drive that gives results. Motivation is an important aspect in a working enviroment. When people become motivated, they connect broad situations with how they feel and react. To enhance work produvity one must have a deep insight into the different motivational theories. The theories of Maslow, Herzberg and McClelland will be used to discuss…

Intrinsic motivation refers to being inspired within one’s self in order to accomplish a project or task. Intrinsic motivation compels an individual to accomplish things just for the pleasure of it or simply because it is thought to be an enjoyable or appropriate thing to do. Compared to extrinsic motivation, intrinsic motivation is a far stronger motivator. However, external motivation can simply act to displace intrinsic motivation. A person who has a hobby is intrinsically motivated. There is…

Work Ethic Work ethic is something that is very important to have, when one has a job.Work ethic is how one works, and also how one does at the job they are doing.I have a couple of reasons of why Work ethic is important, and how it helps us in life. First thing, work ethic gets one noticed more than the average person. If one works hard, and gives it his or hers best, he or she will get promotions or extra pay. If one works hard and earns the promotion, that means more money. When all of…

mate. As it moves around the unfamiliar home cage, it recognizes the ladder that led to its cage mate the day before. Without hesitation, the animal rears and hops onto the ladder scurrying across to get to the other side where the other rat and her reward of Froot Loops wait. Rats…