R-O Learning: Mechanisms

Instrumental learning within the spinal cord

Triadic design

Testing under common conditions

Controllable stimulation fosters learning

Uncontrollable stimulation undermines learning

Immunization and therapy effects

Uncontrollable stimulation disrupts recovery after spinal cord injury

Implications for learning

Distinction between respondent and operant behavior (Skinner)

Advanced criteria for operant behavior

Relation between instrumental and operant learning

 

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