Keywords
Higher vocational and technical colleges
English teaching and learning
Review
Effectiveness
Submitted : 2024-07-23
Accepted : 2024-08-07
Published : 2024-08-22
Abstract
Reinforcement theory is a behavioral psychology theory proposed by Skinner, which has been widely applied in various fields such as management and education. Positive reinforcement and negative reinforcement are the two types of reinforcement. By adopting these two different reinforcement methods appropriately, human behavior can develop in a positive direction. In the review stage of English teaching and learning in Chinese higher vocational and technical colleges, the use of different reinforcement methods based on various classes, individuals, conditions, and environments can effectively promote or change the behavior of teachers and students, thereby improving the effectiveness of the review.
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