Three Types of Learning Theories
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Three Types of LearningTheories
Amy SimsGrand Canyon UniversityEDU-522: Curriculum Design TheoriesDr. Heather HamtilJanuary 31, 2024
Behaviorism
Cognitivism
Constructivism
References
Major theorist- VygotskyPiagetDewey
Constructivism
Memory- With the constructivism learning theory it is believed students are successful in the learning when they question things and make connections. It is more about utilizing their schema vs rote memory.
Charactaristics -
- Through participation the learner gains knowledge
- Metacognition is key where students think about their thinking
According to the Constructivism theory learning occurs when...
- students use their schema to make connections and meaning
- Learning is active
- bakcground knowledge is used to support new learning
Types of learning-According to the WGU artile What is Constructivism the types of learning are social, cognitive, radical (2020).
(Ornstein & Hunkins, 2016)
(Ornstein & Hunkins, 2016)
Behaviorism
Major theorist- Edward ThorndikeTyler and Hilda Taba
Charactaristics -
- Motivate students in the beginning - find a hook
- Change the conditions to change the behavior
- Reward and reinforce desired behavior
Memory- With the Behaviorism learning theory it is believed simply memorizing information was not necessary. It is more important that concepts be applicable in various situations. This learning theory best supports learning through inquiry, observation and modeling.
According to the Behaviorism theory learning occurs when...
- generalizations are created
- students are problem solving
- learning is inquiry based
(Ornstein & Hunkins, 2016)
Eight types of learning-Signal learning, stimulus-response, motor chain, verbal association, multiple discrimination, concepts, rules, and problem solving.
Cognitivism
Major theorist- PlaoDescartes
According to the Cognitivismtheory learning occurs when...
- students understand their own thinking
- internal and external facrots are considered
- students are allowed to fail
Charactaristics -
- Internal and external factors are necessary
- metacognition is essential
- is a mental process
Types of learning-This theory believes that learning happens when students are allowed to question, test ideas and fail, and think about their thinking (WGU, 2020)
(WGU, (2020) Five educational learning theories)
- Ornstein, A. C., & Hunkins, F. P. (2016). Curriculum: foundations, principles, and issues. (7th ed). Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson. ISBN-13: 9780134060354
- WGU, (2020). Five educational learning theories. https://www.wgu.edu/blog/five-educational-learning-theories2005.html
- WGU, (2020). What is constructivism. https://www.wgu.edu/blog/what-constructivism2005.html
References