This episode in the show The Big Bang Theory introduces the topic of operant conditioning. Here is the link to the video: http://youtu.be/JA96Fba-WHk
Sheldon shows positive reinforcement by giving the Penny a chocolate every time she displays a good behavior. He chooses a continuous reinforcement schedule to condition Penny’s behavior. He believes by doing this, it will increase those behaviors. Giving chocolate is a perfect example of positive reinforcement, and this explained the concept in the right way. However, the concept of negative reinforcement was not displayed in the correct way. Negative reinforcement is when a behavior is strengthened by stopping, removing or avoiding a negative outcome or aversive stimulus. However, Sheldon is stating that being electrocuted is a negative reinforcement when it is actually not. Negative means removing, and giving a electric shock is actually a positive punishment and not a negative reinforcement. This episode is trying to show examples of positive and negative reinforcement. Although it gives a perfect example of positive reinforcement, it fails to represent a negative reinforcement.
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