The principle stating that a highly desirable activity can be used to motivate students to learn an activity that they enjoy to a lesser degree is referenced to as:
A) "social reinforcement."
B) "the Premack principle."
C) "token reinforcement."
D) "activity reinforcement."

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The Premack Principle, formulated by David Premack, suggests that more probable behaviors (those that are preferred or enjoyed by an individual) can serve as reinforcers for less probable behaviors (those that are less preferred or enjoyed). This principle is often applied in educational settings to motivate students by allowing them to engage in a preferred activity after completing a less preferred one.

The Principle Stating That a Highly Desirable Activity Can Be