As I read chapter 2 this week, I could agree with Bandura social learning theory very well. I have a hearing impaired 15 year old name Nolan. From the start of his life he has had many different challenges, some from not speaking until he was 3, not being able to walk until 3 almost 4 as well as deaf no hearing at all until he was well over 7. Nolan has 40% hearing in one ear.
So as I read the theory from Albert Bandura on observational learning I was in full agreement. I know first hand that Nolan could only learn to do what he did because of what he saw others do. Bandura cite evidence that shows that learning occurs through observations of others. ( page 40) Nolan learn by watching other people. Children don't always do what adults tell them to do, but they definitely watch what you do this is a prime example with Nolan. He could not hear us but he saw everything that we did so we were very mindful of what we did in front of him when he turned to the age of 2. He mocked us sometimes things that we didn't want him to do he did and it was very difficult for him to understand that these were things that were not acceptable. He couldn't understand why I or my mom could do something but he wasn't allowed.
Even as a teacher I noticed that children first-response is,well this is something that I saw my parents do. If a parent who is the model for that child is conducting themselves with behavior that children should not see it hard to discipline that child because they are modeling what they see. Bandura interpretation of what happens as a result of observation of others is true it can either strengthen or weaken how the child (en) will respond. The day of do what I say not what I do is long gone to me.
Am amazed at the number of children I hear say that my parents dont care if am able to read well or if I don't do well my mom isn't going to care. So the lack of support from home is showing children that real love my not be attainable. Why do I say real love? Well when you are in the 5th grade and you can't write or read a sentence with out missing several words and your parent can't return the teachers messages you aren't showing love. You are modeling a behavior but its not the correct one.
Observation can also come from behaviors in the media as well. We have to be mindful of the things our children watch and listen to in the media they are definitely forces that help in there development. Piaget views also believe that children cognitive structure are formed by the world. As well as Vygotsky prospective on children's cognitive development he feels it's through social interaction with others. It is important for your children to be around the correct group of peers they also have a great impact on how they treat others. Proverbs 13:20 says keep company that is wise and you will become wise. You are the company you keep is what I tell my nieces and nephews. If you don't want people to think you are doing what others maybe doing than why are you with them. This goes for us as adults as well!.
Bandura's social and cognitive learning theory is very interesting. I have noticed even with myself, I learn so much better by observing someone else do something rather than just getting verbal instructions. I feel that is part of why many people became famous on YouTube. You could look up anything from how to bake something to how to tie a tie. Observational learners learn from observing things around them. Bandura felt that by observing the world around us it influences our behavior. An example of this is not wanting your children to hang out with the wrong crowd. Children are easily influenced by people and things around them. Bandura also studied that children do what adults do. Thy do not always do what they are told. It is crucial as educators and as parents to set a great example to children that they could easily influence. It is very interesting hearing about Nolan and his actions without having good hearing.
ReplyDeleteIt is very amazing learning about how Bandura's social congnivie learning theory relates in your classroom at school. I feel many adults do not realize the extent their behaviors control a child's actions. It is necessary to punish a child for misbehaving or the pattern of bad behavior will continue. Many kids act out for attention, even if it is negative attention. I agree with Albert Bandura's social and cognitive learning theories. I feel by observing the behavior of others it could directly affect a child or even an adult's actions.
Vygotsky and Piaget also have very interesting perspectives on human development. Vygotsky focused more on how social and culturally aspects influence behavior and development. Piaget focused more on structured stages of development. All of these theories we learned about in chapter two could affect a child's development and behavior. I agree with you that it is very important for children to be around the correct group of peers. I feel it could change how they develop and their behavior.
Thanks for your input! I agree both with the other theories as well great point!
DeleteI agree with Kim. I have noticed I too learn better when observing- I find this especially true in the daycare center I work in. I have to see whether it be written and I can see it or shown to me via demonstration or observation. I agree with Bandura and his theory that by observing the world our behavior will be influenced.
ReplyDeleteNolan is such a great example of Banduras theory, he proves it quite true! Children thrive on the basis of this theory. I work in a classroom full of three year olds and they repeat everything- sometimes it takes them a few times - but they can do it!
Thanks for your input!!! Yes Nolan is a great example!
DeleteYes, I can relate to Banduras theory, I worked in a public school. As adults we should teach our children to be respectful to their elders, but when you see parents coming into the school using profanity in front of their child because they don't agree on certain situations that took place, what are we teaching them. Right now we have a young man who come to school just to be babysit. He sits with the security officer all day because he can't handle himself in a class. Before his mom came to the school upset about a situation in his classroom, the student was in class getting and education. Since his mom used profanity with every adult she encountered, and continued with call the board of education law department, her son feels like he don't have to listen to anyone. He can use profanity as well, be very disrespectful to the teachers and other adults in the building. Instead of his mother handling the situation in a more calmer way she model inappropriate behavior which in return her son began having inappropriate behavior.
ReplyDeleteI am would say at times we do slip up as adults and parents, not realizing that we do have children looking at everything we do. We just have to mindful of what children see. They are looking for us to show them the way.
Thanks for your input! We do slip up! We must do better. We aren't perfect but we can try.
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