Year: 2023
Type: article
Abstract: Behaviorism is a learning theory that emphasizes behavior as the most appropriate object to research. Behavior is considered a more suitable object of research than thoughts or emotions. This article aims to describe behaviorist theory from it’s figures, then explain it’s implications for learning. This research is a literature review research that uses deductive and inductive analysis. The conclusion of this paper is that behaviorism theory has a significant contribution to learning. Behaviorism theory emphasizes the importance of forming desired behavior through reinforcement and eliminating undesirable behavior through punishment. In a learning context, this approach can help teachers shape and strengthen desired behavior.
Source: Journal of Insan Mulia education
Authors: Miftahul Ulum, Ahmad Fauzi
Institution: Sunan Kalijaga State Islamic University Yogyakarta
Language: English
Subfield: Developmental and Educational Psychology
Field: Psychology
Domain: Social Sciences
SDG: Quality education
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4387974045