Social learning theory – IB Psychology Learning Cognition Notes

IB Psychology revision notes on Social learning theory in the Learning Cognition context. Key concepts, research studies, and evaluation for the 2027 syllabus.

Mark Scheme SECTION A MARK SCHEME 4 marks Must Include: • Bandura's observational learning framework • Four processes: attention, retention, reproduction, motivation • Vicarious reinforcement: learning from observed consequences • Self-efficacy: belief in one's ability to perform behaviour • Role model characteristics similarity, status, competence • Named study e.g. Bobo doll experiment • Explicit link between observation and behaviour change Link Formula: "By observing model receive consequenc...