AP PSYCHOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Bandura’s social cognitive theory of human functioning emphasizes the critical role of self-beliefs in human cognition, motivation, and behavior. Social cognitive theory gives prominence to a self-system that enables individuals to exercise a measure of control over their thoughts, feelings, and actions.

Detailed explanation-2: -In social cognitive theory (SCT; Bandura, 1982), behavior is held to be determined by four factors: goals, outcome expectancies, self-efficacy, and sociostructural variables. Goals are plans to act and can be conceived of as intentions to perform the behavior (see Luszczynska and Schwarzer, 2005).

Detailed explanation-3: -SLT foundational concepts People learn through observation. Reinforcement and punishment have an indirect effect on behavior and learning. Cognitive factors contribute to whether a behavior is acquired.

Detailed explanation-4: -Self-efficacy: The belief that an individual has control over and is able to execute a behavior. Behavioral capability: Understanding and having the skill to perform a behavior. Expectations: Determining the outcomes of behavior change. Expectancies: Assigning a value to the outcomes of behavior change.