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Definition of conditioning for English Language Learners. : 1  the process of becoming stronger and healthier by following a regular exercise program and diet. : 2  the act or process of training a person or animal to do something or to behave in a certain way in a particular situation.
Diagram of operant conditioning. Operant conditioning (also, âinstrumental conditioningâ) is a learning process in which behavior is sensitive to, or controlled by its consequences. For example, a child may learn to open a box to get the candy inside, or learn to avoid touching a hot stove. Positive reinforcement (reinforcement): This occurs when a behavior (response) is followed by a stimulus that is appetitive or rewarding, increasing the frequency of that behavior. 2  For example, if a rat in a Skinner box gets food when it presses a lever, its rate of pressing will go up.