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The Power of Reinforcement by Stephen Ray Flora (English) PB 2004 B168
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- ISBN-13
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- ISBN
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Product Identifiers
Publisher
STATE University of New York Press
ISBN-10
0791459160
ISBN-13
9780791459164
eBay Product ID (ePID)
2427595
Product Key Features
Number of Pages
288 Pages
Publication Name
Power of Reinforcement
Language
English
Subject
Educational Psychology, General, Movements / Behaviorism, Criminology
Publication Year
2004
Type
Textbook
Subject Area
Social Science, Education, Psychology
Series
Suny Series, Alternatives in Psychology Ser.
Format
Trade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height
1 in
Item Weight
14.4 Oz
Item Length
9 in
Item Width
6 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Scholarly & Professional
LCCN
2002-045264
TitleLeading
The
Reviews
"The Power of Reinforcement succeeds in its goal of countering attacks against the purposeful use of reinforcement in socially significant human affairs by providing critical analyses grounded in empirical evidence and consistent conceptual extensions. Not only should The Power of Reinforcement be read carefully by parents, educators, academic psychologists, and others, but it is especially appropriate for students in introductory learning courses." -- Psychological Record "If the truth will make one free, this book will help free many ... Packed with solid information conveyed in a lively manner, this book is both educational and fun to read. Essential." -- CHOICE "This is the first contemporary book designed for a broad readership defending the use of reinforcement principles against a wide variety of challenges. The relevance of the topics to everyday life issues, the careful application of research, and the appropriateness of examples make this an extraordinary book and a delight to read." -- Robert Eisenberger, author of Blue Monday: The Loss of the Work Ethic in America "Flora's thoroughgoing advocacy for positive reinforcement in parenting, education, corrections, and promoting health is important and timely. This fascinating and influential book will indeed provide something unexpected to those misinformed about the impact of positive reinforcement on behavior." -- David A. Eckerman, coauthor of The Joy of Experimental Psychology
Dewey Edition
21
Grade From
College Graduate Student
Illustrated
Yes
Dewey Decimal
153.8/5
Table Of Content
Acknowledgments Introduction Part I: Myths and Misrepresentations of Reinforcement 1. Reinforcement as "Rat Psychology" 2. Insults and Mischievous Misrepresentations: M&Ms for the Retarded 3. Carrot-and-Stick Control, Bribery, and Value 4. The Myth that "Extrinsic Rewards Undermine Intrinsic Interest" 5. The Reality of Extrinsic Rewards and Intrinsic Motivation 6. Reinforcement Crushes Creativity 7. Reinforcement Creates Creativity 8. The Myth that Imitation and Instruction Following Invalidate Reinforcement Theory Part II: For Better or Worse. In Sickness and in Health: Reinforcement in Action 9. Reinforcement of Achievement and Underachievement 10. Reinforcement in Education 11. Reinforcement in Drug Use, Abuse, and Treatment 12. Reinforcement and Crime, Misconduct, and Correction 13. Reinforcement in the Cause, Course, and Correction of Depression, Chronic Pain, and Illness References Appendix 1. The Selection of Behavior Appendix 2. Basic Terms Name Index Subject Index
Synopsis
According to Stephen Ray Flora, reinforcement is a very powerful tool for improving the human condition despite often being dismissed as regarding people as less than human and as "overly simplistic." This book addresses and defends the use of reinforcement principles against a wide variety of attacks. Countering the myths, criticisms, and misrepresentations of reinforcement, including false claims that reinforcement is "rat psychology," the author shows that building reinforcement theory on basic laboratory research is a strength, not a weakness, and allows unlimited applications to human situations as it promotes well-being and productivity. Also examined are reinforcement contingencies, planned or accidental, as they shape behavioral patterns and repertoires in a positive way., Makes the controversial argument that reinforcement is a real and valuable force in human behavior. 2004 CHOICE Outstanding Academic Title According to Stephen Ray Flora, reinforcement is a very powerful tool for improving the human condition despite often being dismissed as regarding people as less than human and as "overly simplistic." This book addresses and defends the use of reinforcement principles against a wide variety of attacks. Countering the myths, criticisms, and misrepresentations of reinforcement, including false claims that reinforcement is "rat psychology," the author shows that building reinforcement theory on basic laboratory research is a strength, not a weakness, and allows unlimited applications to human situations as it promotes well-being and productivity. Also examined are reinforcement contingencies, planned or accidental, as they shape behavioral patterns and repertoires in a positive way.
LC Classification Number
BF319.5.R4F58 2004
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