Human Growth and Development CLEP Prep Practice Exam

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Which of the following theories explains social learning through observation of models?

Behaviorism
Cognitive Developmentalism
Social Cognitive
Information Processing

The correct answer is: Social Cognitive

Social Cognitive theory explains how people learn from each other through observing models and imitation. Option A, Behaviorism, emphasizes on the idea that behavior is a result of reinforcement and punishment. This theory does not take into account the influence of observation and modeling on learning. Option B, Cognitive Developmentalism, focuses on how a person's thought processes change over time and how they develop cognitive abilities. It does not specifically address the role of observation and modeling in learning. Option D, Information Processing, is a theory that focuses on how the brain processes and stores information, but it does not explain social learning through observation of models. Therefore, option C, Social Cognitive theory, is the most appropriate explanation for social learning through observation of models.