Social Learning
Social Learning
Learning by observing and imitating others. Bandura's theory is the most well-known example.
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Social learning is a concept emphasized by Bandura — it refers to learning by observing and imitating others' behavior, even without direct personal experience.
Children learn a great deal by watching the behavior of parents, teachers, and peers. Both positive and negative behaviors can be learned through observation.
The reason 'teaching by example' is more effective than teaching through words alone is precisely because of social learning. — Mindy
💡 Real-Life Example
'A child develops an interest in books after watching their parents read' — this is social learning.
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