Karen Pryor, who died at 92, was a pioneer in animal training, known for her innovative use of positive reinforcement techniques. Initially an English major, Pryor adapted her skills from dolphin training to teach a variety of animals and even her mother how to modify behavior. Her notable contributions stemmed from her expertise in operant conditioning, originally explored by B.F. Skinner, and she emphasized the importance of rewarding desired behaviors, using conditioned signals to facilitate learning. Her work had a lasting impact on both animal training and behavioral psychology.
Karen Pryor, renowned for her innovative training techniques using positive reinforcement, transformed animal behavior education, teaching various creatures extraordinary skills throughout her life.
Her unique approach to behavioral psychology highlighted the power of operant conditioning, enabling not just animals but also humans to learn through reward-based methods.
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