Albert BanduraSocial Cognitive Theory

Background

Born December 4th, 1925Raised in Mundare, Alberta

Attended University of

British Columbia for undergraduate years

Finished Masters/PhD at University of Iowa

Career

Finished postdoctoral work at Wichita Guidance Center

Accepted position at Stanford in 1953 and continues there today

"As I reflect on my journey to this octogenarian milepost," he wrote, "I am reminded of the saying that it is not the miles traveled but the amount of tread remaining that is

important. When I last checked, I still have too much tread left to gear down or to conclude this engaging Odyssey."

Research

Social Modeling

Social Cognitive TheorySelf-Efficacy

Social ModelingBobo Doll Experiment

Social Cognitive Theory

Self-Efficacy

Our capacity for self-reflection leads to a self-limiting process whereby we limit our

accomplishments based upon our notions of what we are capable of achieving

20th Century Thinkers Agree“Outstanding leaders go out of their way to boost the self-esteem of

their personnel. If people believe in themselves, it's amazing what they can accomplish.” - Sam Walton

“You have to believe in yourself, that's the secret. " - Charlie ChaplinWhether you think you can or think you can't, you're right" Henry

Ford“You are Braver than you Believe, Smarter than you Seem, and

Stronger than you Think.” - Winnie the Pooh"I think I can, I think I can, I think I can..." - The Little Engine That

Could

Questions for the Classroom

What behaviors are modeled in the classroom?

How do behaviors manifested at home replicate themselves in the classroom?

What factors can be altered for successful cognitive functioning? (behavioral, personal, environmental)

How can we inspire students to believe that they will succeed?

Steps towards and Effective Classroom Management

Model actions of respect and care; the teacher must establish the environment of the classroom

Establish expectations for classroom conduct and hold all students to themCommunicate behaviors with parents and how they affect the education of studentsHold the belief that all students can succeed; students will perceive if you truly believe it

Questions and/or Comments?

Resourceshttp://p20motivationlab.org/Bandura

http://www.psych.ualberta.ca/GCPWS/Bandura/Biography/Bandura_bio7.html

http://webspace.ship.edu/cgboer/bandura.html