• How does social learning help an organism adapt to its environment? Discuss the advantages of social learning over direct experiences. Be sure to mention types of learning that are even further removed from the organism (i.e., language & writing).
• First, describe Miller & Dollard's explanation of social learning. Next, describe how Bandura & Walters modified this understanding of the social learning process.
• Describe Lamarck's basic notion of evolution. Describe the forces of evolution proposed by Darwin. How are these different?
• Are there any cognitive skills that make humans unique among the other animals? Discuss the evidence supporting your opinion.
• Discuss the importance of the initial classes in the long-term success of the class. Be sure to describe some effective & some ineffective classroom management techniques.
• Give an example of a real situation where a teacher might implement an applied behavior analysis (ABA) program in a classroom. Describe the steps the teacher would use.
• Describe the major reasons we fail when presented with a self-control choice. Give an example from your life where these occurred.