The increasing realization among behaviorists and psychologists is that many animals learn by observation as members of social systems. Such settings contribute

Many animals, including humans, acquire valuable skills and knowledge by copying others. Scientists refer to this as social learning. It is one of the most exci

First published in 1988. During the past decade there has been a marked increase in the number of North American and European laboratories engaged in the study

Mechanisms of imitation and social matching play a fundamental role in development, communication, interaction, learning and culture. Their investigation in dif

A rat will go out of its way to help a stranger in need. Lions have adopted the calves of their prey. Ants farm fungus in cooperatives. Why do we continue to be