Classical conditioning – IB Psychology Study Notes

Comprehensive IB Psychology study notes on Classical conditioning. Covers key theories, research studies, and evaluation points for the 2027 syllabus.

Mark Scheme SECTION A MARK SCHEME 4 marks Must Include: • Watson's learning through association • NS neutral stimulus + UCS unconditioned stimulus paired • Creates CS conditioned stimulus → CR conditioned response • Involuntary, automatic responses not voluntary • Named example: Little Albert • All elements labelled: rat NS, noise UCS, fear CR • Show before/after acquisition Link Formula: "NS paired with UCS created a CS that now produces CR, demonstrating classical conditioning's associative le...