The core idea
The core idea
Vicarious reinforcement happens when an observer sees a model rewarded and becomes more likely to copy the behaviour. Vicarious punishment happens when the observer sees the model punished and becomes less likely to copy it.
Step-by-step lessons on Edexcel A Level Psychology Bandura (1965) vicarious reinforcement. Each one builds up to exam-style questions. Start with the compulsory core topics before tackling the more evaluation-heavy optional and issues-and-debates content.