B.F. Skinner Box

A B.F. Skinner Box is a controlled environment used by psychologists to study how animals learn through rewards and punishments. It typically contains a small chamber with devices like levers or buttons that the animal can operate. When the animal performs a desired action, it might receive a reward like food; if it performs an unwanted action, it might receive a mild punishment. This setup helps researchers understand principles of behavior and learning, emphasizing how external stimuli and consequences influence actions. The Skinner Box is fundamental in behaviorist studies, illustrating the mechanisms of operant conditioning.