Explain and give atleast one teaching application of each theory.

Tolman’s Purposive Behaviorism

Purposive behaviorism is a branch of psychology that was introduced by Edward
Tolman. It combines the study of behavior while also considering the purpose or goal of
behavior. Also, it suggests people go through life with the goal of satisfying their needs.
Tolman thought that learning developed from knowledge about the environment and
how the organism relates to its environment. The theory is a form of functionalism that
proposes that all behavior is functionally relevant to the organism's ultimate goal, or
"purposes".

Since gaining meaningful behavior is at the core of Tolman's purposive behaviorism, we

must deliver a teaching strategy that will have an impact on the learner's self-efficacy
and goals. Including facts that will most likely lead to a decision that advances their
learning goals and purpose in learning. Giving assistance and encouragement will help
the students set a clear objective that will drive their learning.

Bandura’s Social Learning theory

Albert Bandura’s social learning theory (SLT) suggests that we learn social behavior by
observing and imitating the behavior of others. Social learning theory considers how
both environmental and cognitive factors interact to influence human learning and
behavior. He also agrees with the behaviorist learning theories of classical conditioning
and operant conditioning.

Bandura suggests that an individual can learn through observation and imitating the
behaviors of others. With this, we may give students some real-world instances from
which they can learn. Having a role model to emulate will motivate the learners as they
see the result of such actions. Making a positive impression on people inspires them to
behave better and adds more beneficial elements to their learning environment.