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Kohn, Art; Kalat, James W. – Teaching of Psychology, 1992
Explains a simple classroom demonstration of the modern view of classical conditioning. Suggests that the exercise is a useful demonstration of the view that classical conditioning helps prepare an organism for an upcoming event. Argues that the demonstration can show students that classical conditioning is broader and more intriguing than…
Descriptors: Classical Conditioning, Demonstrations (Educational), Higher Education, Operant Conditioning
Hodges, Daniel L. – 1986
An overview is provided of the principles of cognitive psychology that can be used to enhance the effectiveness of computer-assisted instruction (CAI). First, the paper looks at the features of classical and operant conditioning that provide the foundation for important parts of mastery learning and CAI programs. Next, findings from four areas of…
Descriptors: Classical Conditioning, Cognitive Processes, Cognitive Psychology, Community Colleges