Contingencies of Reinforcement. Chapter 1: The Role of the Environment. Quote 24

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Contingencies of Reinforcement. Chapter 1: The Role of the Environment. Quote 24

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Post published:February 12, 2018
Post category:Skinner's Quote of the Day

“Practical control is already a commonplace in the operant laboratory, where behavior is frequently manufactured to specifications and changed almost at will.” (p. 14)

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SKINNER'S QUOTE OF THE DAY

“Practical control is already a commonplace in the operant laboratory, where behavior is frequently manufactured to specifications and changed almost at will.” (p. 14)

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