Learning Theories Part 2
How Learning Occurs
Major Characteristics
Sociocultural
Major Theorist: Lev Vygotsky, Lave, Lemke, Rogoff and Wertsch (Wang, 2007)
Types of Learning
Role of Memory
How Learning Occurs
Major Characteristics
Connectivism
Major Theorist: George Siemens
Types of Learning
Role of Memory
How Learning Occurs
Major Characteristics
Adult learning theory
Major Theorist: Malcolm Knowles
Types of Learning
Role of Memory
Major Characteristics of Connectivism
The connectivism learning theory focuses on the learning we make through our connections to technology in our digital world. It focuses on how we use technology and can leverage our networks to grow and learn.
In the Article “Becoming Relevant Again: Applying Connectivism Learning Theory to Today’s Classroom we can see and learn about Siemens Principles of Connectivism.
Siemens’ Eight Principles of the Connectivism Learning Theory:
1. Learning and knowledge rests in diversity of opinions. (Utecht, 2019)
2. Learning is a process of connecting specialized nodes or information sources. (Utecht, 2019)
3. Learning may reside in non-human appliances. (Utecht, 2019)
4. Capacity to know more is more critical than what is currently known. (Utecht, 2019)
5. Nurturing and maintaining connections is needed to facilitate continual learning. (Utecht, 2019)
6. Ability to see connections between fields, ideas, and concepts is a core skill. (Utecht, 2019)
7. Currency (accurate, up-to-date knowledge) is the intent of all connectivist learning activities. (Utecht, 2019)
8. Decision making is itself a learning process. Choosing what to learn and the meaning of incoming information is seen through the lens of a shifting reality. While there is a right answer now, it may be wrong tomorrow due to alterations in the information cli mate affecting the decision. (Utecht, 2019)
Major Characteristics of ALT
The adult learning theory focuses on how adults learn best. According to this theory adults learn best when the information they are learning relates and applies to their lives. Adult learners differ from children with six main areas. According to the article Application of Adult Learning Theory to STEM education in Online Learning Environments the six areas are as followed.
Self-Concept: Adult learners are responsible for their own behavior and decisions in life. (Kleinke, 2020)
Learner Experience: Adult learners have more and diverse experiences to draw from in their learning. (Kleinke, 2020)
Readiness to Learn: Adult learners become ready to learn by perceived needs in their current personal and professional setting (Kleinke, 2020)
Orientation to Learning: In contrast to young learners delayed application of learned knowledge and content, adult learners seek immediate relevance of their learning, especially to their other roles in life. (Kleinke, 2020)
Motivation for Learning: Adult learners are more independent and self-engaged in their learning and possess a greater amount of experiences to relate to and draw from, they also seem to respond better to internal types of incentives. (Kleinke, 2020)
Focus: The need to know. More than children, adult learners need to know why they require certain knowledge. (Kleinke, 2020)
Lev Vygotsky argues that learning varies across cultures rather than being a universal process. (Loveless, 2023). This theory says that learning happens during the interactions people have with others in their social and cultural settings. A child’s social environment has a major impact on how they will learn. Vygotsky believes that “learning happens within social events, and social interactions play a fundamental role in the improvement of learning.” (Wang, 2007) language and thought are connected and is an internal dialogue for understanding the world. (Loveless, 2023)
Using technology can improve our knowledge retention, many times repetition is occurring which increases memory. (Loveless, 2023). Our memory is spread out across the internet and digital tools This helps students review and recall information over time, which is beneficial for long-term memory retention. (Loveless, 2023)
The role of memory within the sociocultural learning theory is shaped by our participation with others as well as the cultural events we are apart of. When we learn with others it helps us learn and remember better.
The role of memory in Adult learning theory stems from the idea that adults remember things when they connect new information to their own experiences and what they already know.
Scaffolding, MKO and ZPD. It's great for learning in groups, like in classrooms or team projects.
Technology in teaching and learning increases engagement in classrooms. (Loveless, 2023) By connecting information from the technology provided on the web we can learn. “Technology enables teachers to effectively address students’ diverse learning needs by adopting a hybrid approach of self-study, adaptive instruction, and peer network support.” (Loveless, 2023)
Online learning, online resources, online courses, websites, social networks, Mobile applications, gamification, animation
Adults learners learn by solving real-life problems and learning from experience.
Adult learning happens withing adult education, workplace training, and any learning that focuses on real-world situations.
According to Vygotsky learning occurs twice first at social level and then on the individual level. (Wang, 2007). Learning also occurs in collaborative learning when we work together by working in groups towards a common goal.
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Learning Theories Part 2
How Learning Occurs
Major Characteristics
Sociocultural
Major Theorist: Lev Vygotsky, Lave, Lemke, Rogoff and Wertsch (Wang, 2007)
Types of Learning
Role of Memory
How Learning Occurs
Major Characteristics
Connectivism
Major Theorist: George Siemens
Types of Learning
Role of Memory
How Learning Occurs
Major Characteristics
Adult learning theory
Major Theorist: Malcolm Knowles
Types of Learning
Role of Memory
Major Characteristics of Connectivism
The connectivism learning theory focuses on the learning we make through our connections to technology in our digital world. It focuses on how we use technology and can leverage our networks to grow and learn. In the Article “Becoming Relevant Again: Applying Connectivism Learning Theory to Today’s Classroom we can see and learn about Siemens Principles of Connectivism. Siemens’ Eight Principles of the Connectivism Learning Theory: 1. Learning and knowledge rests in diversity of opinions. (Utecht, 2019) 2. Learning is a process of connecting specialized nodes or information sources. (Utecht, 2019) 3. Learning may reside in non-human appliances. (Utecht, 2019) 4. Capacity to know more is more critical than what is currently known. (Utecht, 2019) 5. Nurturing and maintaining connections is needed to facilitate continual learning. (Utecht, 2019) 6. Ability to see connections between fields, ideas, and concepts is a core skill. (Utecht, 2019) 7. Currency (accurate, up-to-date knowledge) is the intent of all connectivist learning activities. (Utecht, 2019) 8. Decision making is itself a learning process. Choosing what to learn and the meaning of incoming information is seen through the lens of a shifting reality. While there is a right answer now, it may be wrong tomorrow due to alterations in the information cli mate affecting the decision. (Utecht, 2019)
Major Characteristics of ALT
The adult learning theory focuses on how adults learn best. According to this theory adults learn best when the information they are learning relates and applies to their lives. Adult learners differ from children with six main areas. According to the article Application of Adult Learning Theory to STEM education in Online Learning Environments the six areas are as followed. Self-Concept: Adult learners are responsible for their own behavior and decisions in life. (Kleinke, 2020) Learner Experience: Adult learners have more and diverse experiences to draw from in their learning. (Kleinke, 2020) Readiness to Learn: Adult learners become ready to learn by perceived needs in their current personal and professional setting (Kleinke, 2020) Orientation to Learning: In contrast to young learners delayed application of learned knowledge and content, adult learners seek immediate relevance of their learning, especially to their other roles in life. (Kleinke, 2020) Motivation for Learning: Adult learners are more independent and self-engaged in their learning and possess a greater amount of experiences to relate to and draw from, they also seem to respond better to internal types of incentives. (Kleinke, 2020) Focus: The need to know. More than children, adult learners need to know why they require certain knowledge. (Kleinke, 2020)
Lev Vygotsky argues that learning varies across cultures rather than being a universal process. (Loveless, 2023). This theory says that learning happens during the interactions people have with others in their social and cultural settings. A child’s social environment has a major impact on how they will learn. Vygotsky believes that “learning happens within social events, and social interactions play a fundamental role in the improvement of learning.” (Wang, 2007) language and thought are connected and is an internal dialogue for understanding the world. (Loveless, 2023)
Using technology can improve our knowledge retention, many times repetition is occurring which increases memory. (Loveless, 2023). Our memory is spread out across the internet and digital tools This helps students review and recall information over time, which is beneficial for long-term memory retention. (Loveless, 2023)
The role of memory within the sociocultural learning theory is shaped by our participation with others as well as the cultural events we are apart of. When we learn with others it helps us learn and remember better.
The role of memory in Adult learning theory stems from the idea that adults remember things when they connect new information to their own experiences and what they already know.
Scaffolding, MKO and ZPD. It's great for learning in groups, like in classrooms or team projects.
Technology in teaching and learning increases engagement in classrooms. (Loveless, 2023) By connecting information from the technology provided on the web we can learn. “Technology enables teachers to effectively address students’ diverse learning needs by adopting a hybrid approach of self-study, adaptive instruction, and peer network support.” (Loveless, 2023)
Online learning, online resources, online courses, websites, social networks, Mobile applications, gamification, animation
Adults learners learn by solving real-life problems and learning from experience.
Adult learning happens withing adult education, workplace training, and any learning that focuses on real-world situations.
According to Vygotsky learning occurs twice first at social level and then on the individual level. (Wang, 2007). Learning also occurs in collaborative learning when we work together by working in groups towards a common goal.