Behind the facade

Abstract

I shall simply begin my introduction to a literary masterpiece with a letter sent to me by a client. His name has been changed to protect his privacy. Dear Dr. Algernon, I am Balan. I am a factory worker of Singapore Inc. We produce all types of electronic stuff including radios and hand phones. Recently, I got into big trouble at the factory and I am worried I may lose my job. I was accused of defamation and of disloyalty and everyone hates me now. .....Dr. Algernon, I am confused. Am I a disloyal worker or just someone who's afraid of rocketing costs? Reply Well, my dear Balan, I do not think you are being disloyal at all. You were simply a product of Skinnerian conditioning. B.F. Skinner, a behaviourist, believed in operant conditioning which is a method of learning that occurs through rewards and punishments for behaviour.