Differential Reinforcement of High Rates
Also called: DRH, DRH schedule
Definition
A schedule in which reinforcement is delivered only when the behavior occurs at or above a set rate — a minimum number of responses within a period, or responses separated by no more than a maximum time. It is used to increase the pace of a behavior that already occurs but too slowly, such as work completion.
In plain language
Rewarding the person only when they do the behavior fast enough or often enough. Used to speed up a behavior that already happens.
Example
A learner earns a break only if they complete at least eight problems in five minutes.
Not differential reinforcement of high rates
Earning a break for completing three or fewer problems' worth of requests for help. Reinforcing a lower rate is DRL.
Commonly confused with
See also
Written from
- ferster-skinner-1957
Written from Ferster and Skinner (1957). No textbook glossary consulted.
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