Lag Effect
A phenomenon where learning is improved when study sessions are spaced out over time rather than crammed together.
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Social Proof
A psychological phenomenon where people follow the actions of others in an attempt to reflect correct behavior for a given situation.
Behavioral Learning Theory
The theory that all behaviors are acquired through conditioning, often used to understand and influence behavior change.
Self Efficacy
The belief in one's ability to succeed in specific situations or accomplish a task, influencing motivation and behavior.
Levels-of-Processing Effect
A theory that suggests the depth of processing (shallow to deep) affects how well information is remembered.
Anthropomorphism
The attribution of human traits, emotions, or intentions to non-human entities, often used in design to make interfaces more relatable and engaging.
Learning Theory
The study of how people acquire knowledge, skills, and behaviors through experience, practice, and instruction.
Labor Illusion
A phenomenon where users perceive greater value in a service or product if they believe more effort was involved in its creation or delivery.
BeSci
Behavioral Science (BeSci) is the study of human behavior through systematic analysis and investigation.