Visual Probability Learning of Institutionalized Profoundly Retarded Adult Males.

Harris, Larry P.

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ERIC Number: EJ223785

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1980-Jan

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Visual Probability Learning of Institutionalized Profoundly Retarded Adult Males.

Harris, Larry P.

American Journal of Mental Deficiency, v84 n4 p415-18 Jan 1980

Eighteen profoundly retarded men (mean age 41) were given repeated presentations of a two-choice visual discrimination using a modified Wisconsin General Test Apparatus and two probabilistic reinforcement schedules counterbalanced for order. (Author)

Descriptors: Attention, Behavior Patterns, Institutionalized Persons, Learning Theories, Males, Reinforcement, Severe Mental Retardation, Visual Discrimination

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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