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3.7 Classical Conditioning

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Classical conditioning focuses on the association of one stimulus with another stimulus to elicit a response. Pavlov's drooling dogs are the textbook case, and recognizing the components in new scenarios is a fundamental skill.

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9 lessons

  1. 3.1Themes and Methods in Developmental PsychologyPreview lesson
  2. 3.2Physical Development Across the LifespanPreview lesson
  3. 3.3Gender and Sexual OrientationPreview lesson
  4. 3.4Cognitive Development Across the LifespanPreview lesson
  5. 3.5Communication and Language DevelopmentPreview lesson
  6. 3.6Social-Emotional Development Across the LifespanPreview lesson
  7. 3.7Classical ConditioningThis lesson
  8. 3.8Operant ConditioningPreview lesson
  9. 3.9Social, Cognitive, and Neurological Factors in LearningPreview lesson

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