Skinnerian (Adjective)
Meaning
Of or relating to B. F. Skinner or his behaviorist psychology.
Classification
Relational adjectives (pertainyms).
Examples
- The skinnerian approach to learning emphasizes the role of environment and reinforcement in shaping behavior.
- Skinnerian psychology views human behavior as the result of external stimuli and reinforcement rather than internal thoughts or feelings.
- The skinnerian box, also known as the operant conditioning chamber, is a device used to study behavior in a controlled environment.
- The teacher's use of rewards and punishments was a classic example of a skinnerian approach to classroom management.
- Skinnerian theory has been influential in the development of behavioral therapies and interventions for a range of psychological disorders.