skinnerian

Skinnerian

(skĭ-nîr′ē-ən)

adj.

Of or relating to the behavioristic theories and methods of B.F. Skinner.

n.

A follower of B.F. Skinner's theories or methods.

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Skin′ner·ism (skĭn′ə-rĭz′əm) n.

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skinnerian

adjective Referring to the behaviourist theories of BF Skinner (1904-1990), which is understood to mean conditioned responses to highly controlled environments.

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skinnerian

Psychology adjective Relating to theories delineated by BF Skinner, vis-á-vis conditioned responses to highly controlled environments. See Behavioral intervention, Skinner; Cf Deterministic, Pavlovian.

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