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Learning Theories Part 2

Sandra Alves

Created on April 4, 2024

UNV-522 Topic 2

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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