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Conditioned and Unconditioned Response SLR
Conditioned and Unconditioned Response SLR
University Of Punjab
Executive Summary
Purpose of this report is to analyze the theory of conditional and conditional response by
systematically exploring literature which is present. Aim of the systematic literature review is to
explore the theory of conditional and unconditional learning along with pointing out
development which has taken place in theory over time years particularly focusing on its
potential application in the subject area of organizational behavior. Conditions and unconditional
response can be described a behavior that are arising from certain stimuli provided to a person. If
response emerging in a person arises naturally than it is described as unconditioned stimuli
whereas conditional response is a form of learned response as shown by a person. Application of
the theory has been explored in three key domains which includes applying classical
conditioning in advertising and applying in training and development of workforce. Application
in advertisement includes adding certain stimuli in advertisements through which link can be
created with a specific emotional cue. This is known to carry further impact on buying behavior
of consumers. Potential uses which can be found in the workplace include inducing cues in the
workplace through which working of employees can be directed towards a certain direction. Care
should be taken while applying the concept of classical conditioning given that certain cues are
also known to backfire on the company which created negative outcomes for the company.
Although the model has not been refuted yet, strong potential is still present for building on the
theory similar to attempt which was made by Bayesian in his theory.
Contents
Executive Summary.........................................................................................................................1
Introduction......................................................................................................................................3
Research Scope................................................................................................................................3
Research Aim...............................................................................................................................3
Research Objectives.....................................................................................................................3
Research Questions......................................................................................................................3
Methodology....................................................................................................................................3
Research Design..........................................................................................................................3
Search Strategy............................................................................................................................4
Ethical Considerations.................................................................................................................4
Conclusion.....................................................................................................................................13
References......................................................................................................................................14
Systematic Literature Review on Conditioned and Unconditioned Response
Introduction
Purpose of this report is to analyze the theory of conditional and conditional response by
systematically exploring literature which is present. Conditions and unconditional response can
be described a behavior that are arising from certain stimuli provided to a person. If response
emerging in a person arises naturally than it is described as unconditioned stimuli whereas
conditional response is a form of learned response as shown by a person. Olson et al, (2001)
asserted that occurrence of certain behavior can be strongly linked with individual knowledge
possessed by a person as well as motivation to perform. Learning tends to bring about change in
behavior of people and can help steer it in a desirable direction. For this reason, understanding
conditioned and unconditioned behavior can play important role in managing working of
employees in the workplace. Carrying out systematic literature review will help to understand
basis of this theory and development which has taken place in this theory over the years. This
will provide a base using which further research can be carried out on this topic in the future to
explore its practical application in the case of industries.
Research Scope
Research Aim
Aim of the systematic literature review is to explore the theory of conditional and
unconditional learning along with pointing out development which has taken place in theory over
time years particularly focusing on its potential application in the subject area of organizational
behavior.
Research Objectives
To explore the concept of conditional and unconditional response
To highlight changes that have taken place in this theory over the years
To point out criticism and support for this theory in literature
To determine latest studies that have application in organizational context
Research Questions
1. What is the conditional and unconditional response theory?
2. What is the basis on which this theory has formed?
3. What developments have taken place in this theory?
4. How has the theory been criticized in past years?
5. What kind of developments have been made in this theory?
6. Does this theory still have application in the contemporary business environment?
7. Which areas require further research for gaining better understanding?
Methodology
Research Design
Purpose of this report is to explore the theory of conditional and unconditional learning
which has been present for several decades. Since the topic has been present for number of years,
it can be expected that it has gone through seasoning through several years of research for which
significant body of literature would be present on the topic. Secondary data analysis will be used
in which current literature present on the topic will be obtained and analyzed. Collected data will
be analyzed through qualitative analysis which will help to better understand main findings of
the research. This will help gain stronger insight into various variables present which are
carrying influence without falling into quantitative figures that would require going into deeper
detail. Time scale of the research is not planned to be defined for which broad timeframe will be
covered. Qualitative data will make it easier to scan through various research paper and come up
with answers for the particular questions set out.
Search Strategy
Strategy that will be used for searching past papers will be defined in this part through
which criteria can be setout for inclusion and exclusion of papers. This analysis approach is
known as systematic literature review in which critical analysis is carried out of number of
research papers which directly relate with the topic (Boell & Kecmanovic, 2015). Various
sources are present from which data can be collected such as research papers, textbooks, articles
etc. Focus will be to collect data that is directly related with the topic through which particular
answers to research questions can be obtained. Although number of secondary data sources are
present, focus will be on collecting data from academic literature as it would carry out proper
analysis on the research topic. Topic has been around for significant time as it was introduced in
1897 by Pavlov, a Russian physiologist who caried out research on dogs. Research papers
written in the last 30 years will be analyzed for which filter dates will be applied from the year
1990 to 2020. Such filter will provide access to recent researches that have been carried out on
the topic. Following are the key sites that will be used for looking up papers:
Certain keywords have to be used while looking up researches in the database for
which key words can be pointed out. Different mix of the keywords will be used for
looking up data in search engines and coming up with the required literature. Following
key words will be used for looking up the topic area:
Ethical Considerations
Collecting data through secondary source removes number of limitations that are applied
on the researcher such as taking consent of participants. Carrying out research is important as it
adds towards previous knowledge but certain ethical boundaries also have to be kept in mind so
that they are not violated. Data will be collected through research papers which are made
publicly available for which right to use the data will be present. Data collected from different
researches will follow proper citation through which credit can be given to researchers where it
is due and not fall under the citation. Research will make sure that facts are presented in the
finding which attempt to gain answers for research questions as objectively as possible.
Acquisition
Inter-
stimulus Extinction
Interval
Interaction fo
Controlled
Stimulus wiht
Uncontrolled
Stimulus
Secondary
Reacquisition
Conditioning
Blocking
Temporal
Difference Model
Application of VR
Technology
Motivating
Workforce
Using Lighting in
Workplace
Operatnt
Conditioning
Conclusion
Detailed analysis has been carried out of literature which revealed that number of models
have been developed which build on the classical conditioning model but no major research is
present which can refute the theory in its basis. From this, it can be said that strong scope is
present for applying this theory to understand behavior of animals and also amend behavior
through which desired outcome can be achieved. Application of the theory has been explored in
three key domains which includes applying classical conditioning in advertising and applying in
training and development of workforce. Application in advertisement includes adding certain
stimuli in advertisements through which link can be created with a specific emotional cue. This
is known to carry further impact on buying behavior of consumers. Potential uses which can be
found in the workplace include inducing cues in the workplace through which working of
employees can be directed towards a certain direction. Care should be taken while applying the
concept of classical conditioning given that certain cues are also known to backfire on the
company which created negative outcomes for the company. Although the model has not been
refuted yet, strong potential is still present for building on the theory similar to attempt which
was made by Bayesian in his theory.
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