Term ID: T4720

Reinforcement

/reinforcement/
A consequence that increases the likelihood of a behavior being repeated by providing positive outcomes or removing negative stimuli.
Example: Giving praise to students when they complete homework, which increases the probability they will continue doing assignments.

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Reference: Skinner (1953)