Social Foundations of Thought and Action

Bandura’s framework, as presented in “Social Foundations of Thought and Action: A Social Cognitive Theory” (1985), expands upon his earlier social learning theory to articulate a comprehensive understanding of human motivation and behavior. Central to this theory is the concept of reciprocal determinism, which posits that human behavior is influenced by the dynamic interplay between personal cognitive beliefs, observed behaviors, and environmental factors. Bandura elucidates the mechanisms through which individuals learn by observing others, forming expectations regarding outcomes, and cultivating self-efficacy. This framework underscores the pivotal role of cognitive processes in regulating behaviors within social contexts. [NPID: Social, learning theory, social learning, framework, determinism, cognition, social]

Year: 1985

Reference: Bandura, A. (1985). Social Foundations of Thought and Action: A Social Cognitive Theory (1st edition). Prentice Hall.