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The Big Bang Theory

Season 03 Episode 03

"The Gothowitz Deviation"

Edward Thorndike's

Connectionism Theory

Topical

Overview

By: Joscelyn Martinez

EDU 150 Dr West

  • Definition of Connectionism
  • Experimental Basis
  • Key Elements of this theory
  • Relation to the classroom
  • ADEPT standard 9 a
  • Textbook Examples
  • Connectionism Summary
  • Closing Remarks

Definition

Connectionism: Learning is the outcome of making connections between an action and any following responses towards the action.

  • Connections once made, are referred to as "habits"

Note: This is not Behavior modification theory, but this theory provided it's framework

Relation to the Classroom

Experimental Basis

Edward Thorndike (1874 - 1949)

Thorndike originally experimented on animals with "puzzle boxes".

The animals had to complete a task such as pull a lever to get out of the box and get the treat outside.

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www.donnach.com (for note)

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Key Elements

1. Rewards facilitate learning vs. punishments discourage learning; consequences of action (Law of Effect)

2. Learning involves practice (Law of Exercise)

3. If a child is ready developmentally to learn, they can learn; if not they cannot. Frustration stems from being unable.(Law of Readiness)

4. Knowledge is transferred based on past experiences

5. Intelligence is established by the number of learned connections

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ADEPTStandards.pdf

Factors for 9.A:

1) Mental set for management

2) Building positive teacher-student relationships

3) Reinforcing desired behaviors

Class Textbook Chapter 9

pg. 247-255

References

  • Big Bang Theory Clip, Season 3 Episode 3 "The Gothowitz Deviation"
  • Class Textbook: Pearson Methods for Effective Teaching 7th edition. Chapter 9 "Classroom Management", pg. 247-255.
  • http://www.encyclopedia.com/people/social-sciences-and-law/sociology-biographies/edward-l-thorndike
  • http://www.simplypsychology.org/edward-thorndike.html
  • https://www.nap.edu/read/9853/chapter/3#7
  • https://elearningindustry.com/connectionism
  • https://principlesoflearning.wordpress.com/dissertation/chapter-3-literature-review-2/the-behavioral-perspective/connectionism-edward-l-thorndike-%E2%80%93-1898/
  • http://www.donnach.com/exploring-disparate-perspectives-of-learning-to-discover-best-practices-in-teaching/behaviorism-producing-behavior-change/thorndike-s-connectionism/
  • http://ed.sc.gov/scdoe/assets/file/programs-services/50/documents/ADEPTStandards.pdf

Connectionism

Summary

  • Edward Thorndike based his theory on his previous animal experiments.
  • It states learning occurs once connections are made between an action and a given response.
  • The most important key element is the Law of Effect (otherwise known as consequences of your own actions).
  • Easily connected to ADEPT standard 9.a

Factor

Examples

Mental Set:

  • Monitor regularly and react immediately (Withitness)

Closing

Remarks

Thorndike's theory would be revised and used as a basis for future theories;

  • i.e. Skinner added operant conditioning within behaviorism (Behavior Modification)
  • . Pavlov added concepts of conditioned stimulus (actions), reinforcement, and extinction within psychology

Positive Relationships:

  • Use disciplinary interventions (Dominance)
  • Enable success w/ content that reflects prior learning (Care and Support)
  • High ratio of positive to negative statements(C&S)
  • Be fair and consistent (C&S)

"Do not be afraid to voice new ideas, even if they aren't perfect because they could spark a movement that could change our entire perspective"

-Joscelyn M

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Reinforcing (Rewarding) Behavior:

  • Social reinforcers i.e. praise
  • Activity reinforcers i.e. special privileges
  • Tangible reinforcers i.e. awards
  • Token reinforcers i.e. stars

Class Textbook Chapter 9

pg. 247-255

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