This document discusses several learning theories: Behaviorism focuses on observable behavior and includes classical and operant conditioning. Classical conditioning involves a neutral stimulus coming to elicit a response originally from a different stimulus. Operant conditioning involves behaviors eliciting consequences that make the behavior more or less likely in the future. Social cognitive theory emphasizes modeling and observational learning and the role of self-efficacy. Ethological theory proposes biological forces drive development and includes concepts like imprinting and critical/sensitive periods.