operant

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Operant learning is the basis of most animal training.

From Textbooks • Jun. 9, 2022

Operant conditioning occurs when an animal learns to behave in a certain way to receive a reward or to avoid punishment.

From Textbooks • Jan. 1, 2018

Operant conditioning pervades the classroom, the workplace, and mental health treatment.

From Salon • Oct. 13, 2012