AP PSYCHOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Social learning theory is a system of thought based on imitation or modeling. Bandura postulated that one can learn from observation without having to imitate what was observed. He further explored self-directed behaviors.

Detailed explanation-2: -If the perceived rewards outweigh the perceived costs (if there are any), then the behavior will be more likely to be imitated by the observer. If the vicarious reinforcement is not seen to be important enough to the observer, then they will not imitate the behavior.

Detailed explanation-3: -According to Bandura, people observe behavior either directly through social interactions with others or indirectly by observing behaviors through media. Actions that are rewarded are more likely to be imitated, while those that are punished are avoided.

Detailed explanation-4: -Bandura identified several motivating factors for imitation. These include knowing that the model was previously reinforced for the behavior, being offered an incentive to perform, or observing the model receiving reinforcement for the behavior. These factors can also be negative motivations.