2023年10月6日 · Shaping is a form of conditioning that leads subjects, often animals who are involved in experiments, to complete an operant behavior. This process is also known as “approximation conditioning.” Why? Psychologists reinforce successive approximations in order to reach the targeted, operant behavior.

Shaping is a conditioning paradigm used primarily in the experimental analysis of behavior. The method used is differential reinforcement of successive approximations. It was introduced by B. F. Skinner [1] with pigeons and extended to dogs, dolphins, humans and other species.

2025年2月20日 · Shaping is a conditioning technique that involves working toward a target behavior by breaking it down into gradual, successive steps and rewarding each step on the path toward the desired outcome. Psychologist B. F. Skinner introduced the concept as part of his operant conditioning theory.

2024年5月26日 · Shaping is a technique that involves rewarding successive approximations to a goal behavior and/or phasing out a target behavior deemed to be undesirable. When the person or animal exhibits a behavior that is similar to the goal behavior, it is rewarded.

2023年11月21日 · Shaping in psychology is the entire process of successive approximation, operant conditioning with positive reinforcements, breaking down complex behaviors into manageable steps, and behavior...

2024年9月15日 · At its core, shaping is a behavioral technique that uses positive reinforcement to gradually guide an individual towards a desired behavior. It’s like teaching a child to ride a bike, but instead of physical support, you’re providing encouragement and rewards for each small step towards the goal.

2024年4月2日 · Shaping is a behavioral concept used in psychology to teach new behaviors by reinforcing smaller steps towards a target behavior. There are different types of reinforcement used in shaping, including positive and negative reinforcement, which can be effective in increasing motivation and engagement.

2024年9月22日 · Shaping is a method used in operant conditioning to teach new behaviors or modify existing ones by reinforcing successive approximations of the desired behavior. It’s like sculpting a masterpiece from a block of marble – you start with a rough form and gradually refine it until you achieve the desired result.

Shaping in psychology is the process of reinforcing small steps towards a desired behavior until the exact behavior is achieved. It involves rewarding incremental progress and is effective in teaching complex tasks.

2024年5月10日 · Shaping, also known as the method of successive approximation, is a behavioral technique used to shape or modify behavior by reinforcing desired behaviors while gradually moving towards a specific target behavior.