Social cognitive learning theory Social cognitive learning theory is a theoretical perspective that focuses on learning by observing others and eventually assuming control over his own behavior (Ormrod, 2011, p.323). Social cognitive theory is a perspective that helps us understand learning by observing other people doing the same thing. This theory is a mixture of behaviorism and cognitive psychology (Ormrod, 2011). Behaviorism theory relates to learning as a stimulus-response relationship and suggests that learning involves a change in behavior whereas according to social cognitive theory, learning is an internal process that may or may not lead to change of behavior. For example, one may try to ride a bicycle as soon as one learns to ride a bicycle, but learning to put air in the bicycle may not be necessary until the bicycle needs air. According to social cognitive theory, people and their environments influence each other. other (Ormrod, 2011). People learn from the environment they are in, the people they interact with, and the behaviors they observe. People can learn by observing others, and as they get older, they can set their goals based on the accomplishments and results of that learning. The 4th grade Canoga Park video is about learning by observing, listening, and discussing a topic among classmates (4th grade, Canoga Park, nd). In the video, the teacher tries to teach the students the importance of printing. The teacher asked the students to divide into groups of two called "pair and share" to first discuss the points of view between two students, then asks the students to respond as a larger group to assess whether the students have learned the subject or not. The purpose of...... middle of paper ...... teaching and learning. Modeling is a good way to promote learning. Teachers can use modeling to promote desired behavior. Teachers can improve students' self-efficacy by teaching them basic knowledge and then skills to master. The teacher can assure students that they can be successful and point out other successful students like them who have been successful using the techniques provided by the teacher (Ormrod, 2011). Teachers can promote self-regulated learning by encouraging students to set goals and conduct self-assessment. To conclude, social cognitive theory describes learning as an internal phenomenon that may or may not be reflected in the behavior and observation by people around them affects their behavior and cognitive processes (Ormrod, 2011). Works Cited Ormrod, Jeanne E. (2011). Educational psychology: developing learners. Seventh edition.