2. Reinforcement is a
stimulus that
increases the
probability that a
previous response
will be repeated.
When the stimulus is
added, this is called
a Positive
Reinforcement.

3. A Negative
Reinforcement is
a way of
increasing the
desired response
by removing
the stimulus.

4. • A teacher offering praise to a
student with the correct or close
answer
• A boss giving his employee a
bonus or promotion for his hard
work over the past year
• A natural positive reinforcement
could describe receiving a good
grade after studying for a test

5. • Taking away pleasurable activities like
video games or social networking until
desired results are accomplished
• Deducting points from a grade if task
is done incorrectly to remember for
the next task
• Isolation from social
activities/embarrassment such as
“time out” so behavior is recognized
as wrong