Burrhus F. Skinner.

摘要: In dealing with Skinner, we are concerned a theorist who now espouses no theory, systematist whose system is still developing, and constructive thinker some of most important contributions have been those critic. the course his writings, Skinner has presented results comprehensive experimental program, elaborated theory behavior based upon it. Since its publication in form The Behavior Organisms, he has, one may infer from more recent modified it greatly by eliminating several central concepts without substituting others. These publications not sufficient to enable us analyze current status, so that will restrict ourselves earlier form. From an examination this learn something reasons for alteration, perhaps reveal relationships between adequacy as was stated procedures which were followed construction. That portions 1938 longer find complete acceptance relevant our purpose; much be learned autopsies. revision Sinner's theoretical views extended downward basic assumptions respect nature psychological nor elementary statements data language laws behavior. systematic position unchanged. It largely at level complex introduced revisions made.