Social learning theory
Social Learning Theory
Social learning theory suggests that personality is determined by the environment and also the experiences a person has as they grow up and mature. People behave or respond to situations how they have learnt to behave or observed others doing so. And it can constantly change due to the people we are around and socialize with. Our personality also changes due to the changes id social situations. It is unlikely that an individual will behave in the same way in different situations. There are two processes of social learning theory: modelling and reinforcement - Modelling states that we observe and imitate the behaviour of significant others in our lives such as parents, friends, teachers and sport stars, that as we observe their behaviours, we attempt to copy it. Reinforcement is essential if an persons behaviour is reinforced or rewarded in some way it is likely that the behaviour will be repeated.
Bandura's model shows us how this personality theory affects sport performance. A inexperienced performer may be inspired by the positive attitude and commitment of an experienced player, and then chooses to copy desirable approach, receiving positive reinforcement in doing so. For example, children may try and copy David Beckham, by him trying to set a good example children will follow. However, some children who see how adults behave will automatically try and copy their behaviour be it good or bad. If a child saw their rugby idol do something, which resulted in them been sent off, they are more likely going to try and do the same.
For us to copy someone, it has to be someone we respect. For example, the Cristiano Ronaldo or David Beckham free kick. Many people try to copy the way these players set up and we even copy when the players take a big breath before taking the free kick. Gareth Bale who is also a professional football player whom recently became the most expensive footballer also copies the way Cristiano Ronaldo takes free
Social learning theory suggests that personality is determined by the environment and also the experiences a person has as they grow up and mature. People behave or respond to situations how they have learnt to behave or observed others doing so. And it can constantly change due to the people we are around and socialize with. Our personality also changes due to the changes id social situations. It is unlikely that an individual will behave in the same way in different situations. There are two processes of social learning theory: modelling and reinforcement - Modelling states that we observe and imitate the behaviour of significant others in our lives such as parents, friends, teachers and sport stars, that as we observe their behaviours, we attempt to copy it. Reinforcement is essential if an persons behaviour is reinforced or rewarded in some way it is likely that the behaviour will be repeated.
Bandura's model shows us how this personality theory affects sport performance. A inexperienced performer may be inspired by the positive attitude and commitment of an experienced player, and then chooses to copy desirable approach, receiving positive reinforcement in doing so. For example, children may try and copy David Beckham, by him trying to set a good example children will follow. However, some children who see how adults behave will automatically try and copy their behaviour be it good or bad. If a child saw their rugby idol do something, which resulted in them been sent off, they are more likely going to try and do the same.
For us to copy someone, it has to be someone we respect. For example, the Cristiano Ronaldo or David Beckham free kick. Many people try to copy the way these players set up and we even copy when the players take a big breath before taking the free kick. Gareth Bale who is also a professional football player whom recently became the most expensive footballer also copies the way Cristiano Ronaldo takes free