Introduction:
 Appetitive Conditioning is an extremely important concept.
Frankly, it is a major way that organisms learn. When systematically
used, it has fewer side effects than punishment procedures. This section
reviews the concepts of reinforcement and variables that influence the
procedure. Pay close attention to the concepts and think how you might use
them in your life.
After completing this lesson you should understand / be
able to:
 | Distinguish between instrumental and operant
conditioning. |
| Distinguish between primary and secondary reinforcers. |
| Understand and describe schedules of reinforcement and
punishment. |
| Understand variables that will influence a reinforcer. |
| Understand the concept of Extinction and variables that
influence it. |
| Describe the concept of contingency management. |
Important Terms
| Instrumental conditioning |
| Operant Conditioning |
| PRE
Reinforcement schedules |
| Positive and Negative reinforcement
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| Shaping
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