Specifically, children who observed violent behavior ... This is called classical conditioning. In operant conditioning, coined by B.F. Skinner, we learn through reinforcement or punishment.

Operant conditioning was introduced by the psychologist ... For example, allowing a child to play on their tablet if they finish their homework is an example of positive reinforcement.

Portions of this paper were originally presented at the Annual Meeting of the American Association of Zoo Veterinarians, October 1990. Operant conditioning is commonly thought of as the process that ...

producing books and videos on "clicker training" and the science of operant conditioning and positive reinforcement. Ms. Pryor has three children, six grandchildren, and one dog, a Border Terrier.