Social Learning Theory

Have you heard that language is violence and that science is sexist? Have you read that certain people shouldn't practice yoga? Or been told that being obese is healthy, that there is no such thing as biological sex, or that only White people can be racist? Are you confused by these ideas, and do you wonder how they have managed to challenge the logic of Western society? In this probing volume, Helen Pluckrose and James Lindsay document the evolution of the dogma that informs these ideas, from its coarse origins in French postmodernism to its refinement within activist academic fields.

Now available as an unabridged recording for the first time NATIONAL BESTSELLER Discover the game-changing theory of the cycles of history and what past generations can teach us about living through times of upheaval—with deep insights into the roles that Boomers, Generation X, and...

This book throws light on many features of the American character. Its concern is not merely to portray the scorners of intellect in American life, but to say something about what the intellectual is, and can be, as a force in a democratic society.

Discover the secret to flourishing in an age of division: belonging. In a world filled with discord and loneliness, finding harmony and happiness can be difficult. But what if the key to unlocking our potential lies in this deceptively simple concept? Belonging is the feeling of being a part of a group that values, respects, and cares for us—a feeling that we can all cultivate in even the smallest corners of social life.

This practical resource offers the foundational skills and tools needed by new coaching educators, as well as presenting an overview of the knowledge and theory base behind the practice. Established coaches will find numerous ways to deepen and refine their coaching practice. Principals and others who incorporate coaching strategies into their work will also find a wealth of resources. Aguilar offers a model for transformational coaching which could be implemented as professional development in schools or districts anywhere.

Today's "machine-learning" systems, trained by data, are so effective that we've invited them to see and hear for us - and to make decisions on our behalf. But alarm bells are ringing. Systems cull résumés until, years later, we discover that they have inherent gender biases. Algorithms decide bail and parole - and appear to assess black and white defendants differently. We can no longer assume that our mortgage application, or even our medical tests, will be seen by human eyes. And autonomous vehicles on our streets can injure or kill.

In Artificial Intelligence, Mitchell turns to the most urgent questions concerning AI today: How intelligent - really - are the best AI programs? How do they work? What can they actually do, and when do they fail? How humanlike do we expect them to become, and how soon do we need to worry about them surpassing us? Along the way, she introduces the dominant methods of modern AI and machine learning, describing cutting-edge AI programs, their human inventors, and the historical lines of thought that led to recent achievements.

Pioneers of Human Behaviour: Albert Bandura A Gateway to His Life, Theories, and Legacy By Josh Graham What shapes us more—our environment, our actions, or what we believe about ourselves? Albert Bandura revolutionised modern psychology by answering: all three. From his groundbreaking Bobo Doll experiment to his world-shifting theory of self-efficacy, Bandura showed us how people learn, grow, and change—not just through what they do, but through what they see, think, and believe. This short, powerful guide explores the life and legacy of one of psychology’s greatest minds. You’ll ...

Welcome to AI ChatGPT Marketing for Business 2025, the ultimate 3-in-1 step-by-step audiobook designed to help you master the tools, tactics, and mindset of the digital economy. Whether you're launching your first side hustle, scaling your social media presence, or building a future-proof online brand, this bundle is your shortcut to real, sustainable results.

Howard Gardner's Frames of Mind was that rare publishing phenomenona mind-changer. Widely consumed by the general public as well as by educators, this influential book laid out Gardner's theory of multiple intelligences. In his new book, A Synthesizing Mind, Gardner reflects on his intellectual development and his groundbreaking work, tracing his evolution from bookish child to eager college student to disengaged graduate student to Harvard professor.

In the vibrant yet challenging journey of young adulthood, mastering social-emotional skills can be the key to thriving in college and beyond. This audiobook is an essential guide for those looking to enhance their emotional intelligence, cultivate mindfulness, and foster empathy, equipping them for personal and academic success.

Mind in Motion: Exploring the Transformative Ideas of Lev Vygotsky and the Social Foundations of Learning Discover the revolutionary ideas of Lev Vygotsky, the brilliant psychologist whose theories forever changed how we understand learning, development, and the human mind. Mind in Motion offers an engaging and accessible exploration of Vygotsky’s most influential concepts, including the Zone of Proximal Development, scaffolding, cultural mediation, and the social origins of thought. This comprehensive guide traces Vygotsky’s life and ideas from their historical roots to their enduring ...

Bandura and the Social Mind: How Observational Learning, Self Efficacy, and Reciprocal Determinism Shape Human Behavior is a comprehensive and accessible exploration of the ideas of Albert Bandura, one of the most influential psychologists of the modern era. This book examines how Bandura transformed the understanding of learning, motivation, morality, and human agency by showing that behavior is shaped through social interaction, belief, and environment rather than through conditioning alone. Written for general readers, educators, students, and professionals, it presents Bandura’s ...

Comparing Erik Erikson: How His Theory of Psychosocial Development Aligns With and Differs From Piaget, Freud, and Modern Developmental Psychology offers a clear and comprehensive guide to understanding one of the most influential developmental theories of the past century. This book places Erik Erikson’s psychosocial model in conversation with the work of Jean Piaget, Sigmund Freud, attachment researchers, social learning theorists, and modern developmental psychologists. Through accessible explanations and practical insights, readers gain a full picture of how emotional, cognitive, and ...

A Lie Too Big to Fail asserts the idea that a government can never investigate itself in a crime of this magnitude. Was the convicted Sirhan Sirhan a willing participant? Or was he a mind-controlled assassin? It has fallen to independent researchers like Pease to lay out the evidence in a clear and concise manner, allowing listeners to form their theories about this event. Pease places the history of this event in the context of the era and provides shocking overlaps between other high-profile murders and attempted murders of the time.

Far too often, public discussion of science is carried out by journalists, voters, and politicians who have received their science secondhand. The Story of Western Science shows us the joy and importance of reading groundbreaking science writing for ourselves and guides us back to the masterpieces that have changed the way we think about our world, our cosmos, and ourselves.

Waves—Not Spoons is an exciting look at energy management that goes far beyond Spoon Theory and other previous energy management models. Waves-Not Spoons is bidirectional, accommodating the flow of energy both in and out (positive and negative). Waves-Not Spoons helps us manage multiple energy systems—physical, emotional, and social. No doubt many of you are familiar with "The Spoon Theory" as was coined by Christine Miserandino in her 2003 essay entitled "The Spoon Theory". The basic premise of her analogy was that for each day we all have a limited amount of energy available to us ...

In the aftermath of World War II, America stood alone as the world's premier military power. Yet its martial confidence contrasted vividly with its sense of cultural inferiority. Still looking to a defeated and dispirited Europe for intellectual and artistic guidance, burgeoning transnational elite in New York and Washington embraced not only the war's refugees but many of their ideas as well, and nothing has proven more pernicious than those of the Frankfurt School and its reactionary philosophy of "critical theory".

Average schools don't inspire greatness - and greatness is what our world needs if we are going to produce world-changing learners. In Culturize, author and education leader Jimmy Casas shares insights into what it takes to cultivate a community of learners who embody the innately human traits our world desperately needs, such as kindness, honesty, and compassion. His stories reveal how these "soft skills" can be honed while meeting and exceeding academic standards of 21st-century learning.

In 1947, British scholar, playwright, and novelist Dorothy Sayers stood in an Oxford hall and delivered a speech that would become a catalyst of the current classical education movement. The Lost Tools of Learning is a flagship address presenting the tools that were given to students in the Middle Ages via the trivium, the study of grammar, logic, and rhetoric. For perhaps the first time, these trivium subjects were applied by Sayers to students' developmental stages. She also advocates the integration of subjects.