Learning Theories Part 2

Learning Theories Part 2

Adult Learning Theory

Connectivism Learning Theory

Sociocultural Learning Theory

Characteristics

Characteristics

Characteristics

• Social interaction
• ZPD (Zone of Proximal Development)
• Cultural Tools (various artifacts like physical objects and abstract tools such as language, symbols, or notations.)

• Self-directed
• Life experiences play a role
• Motivation (intrinsic or external)
• Practical or experimental learning. Learning that is hands-on.

• Focus on technology and digital literacy
• Networked learning
• Distributed learning

Role of Memory

Role of Memory

Learning Process

Learning Process

Role of Memory

Learning Process

• Created by the experiences of the individual and applied learning

• Self-directed
• Problem-centered
• Hand-on or real world application

• Emphasizes networks
• Less focus on individual memory

• Connecting information sources
• networked learning

• Formed by social context and collaboration with others

• Collaborative work and activities
• Scaffolding or chunking tasks

Types of Learning

Types of Learning

Types of Learning

• Social learning
• Language acquisition by exposure to others and modeling
• Cultural learning

• Professional development or training at the workplace
• Personal development
• Continuing education independently or employer-provided

• Digital literacy
• Networked learning by being connected with others through technology or social media
• Online collaboration