Learning Theories Part 1

LaShawn K. Hill College of Education, Grand Canyon University EDU-522: Curriculum Design Theories Dr. Martin September 11, 2024

Learning Theories Part One

Citation: Skinner, B. F. (1938). The behavior of organisms: An experimental analysis. Appleton-Century.

Theorist: B.F. Skinner

Skill acquisition, behavior modification

Best For

Not addressed directly

Memory

Stimulus-response, reinforcement

Characteristics

Through conditioning and reinforcement

Learning

BEHAVIORISM

Citation: Piaget, J. (1952). The origins of intelligence in children. International Universities Press.

Theorist: Jean Piaget

Problem-solving, critical thinking

Best For

Active process of encoding and retrieval

Memory

Mental processes, information processing Memory: Active

Characteristics

Through assimilation and accommodation of new information

Learning

Cognitivism

Citation: Vygotsky, L. S. (1978). Mind in society: The development of higher psychological processes. Harvard University Press.

Theorist: Lev Vygotsky

Inquiry-based learning, collaborative projects

Best For

Construction of mental modelsl

Memory

Active construction of knowledge, social interaction

Characteristics

Through experience and reflection

Learning

Constructivism

Opportunities

Contextualize your topic

• Plan the structure of your communication.
• Give it a hierarchy and give visual weight to the main point.
• Add secondary messages with interactivity.
• Establish a flow through the content.
• Measure results.

Opportunities

Contextualize your topic

• Plan the structure of your communication.
• Give it a hierarchy and give visual weight to the main point.
• Add secondary messages with interactivity.
• Establish a flow through the content.
• Measure results.

Opportunities

Contextualize your topic

• Plan the structure of your communication.
• Give it a hierarchy and give visual weight to the main point.
• Add secondary messages with interactivity.
• Establish a flow through the content.
• Measure results.

Opportunities

Contextualize your topic

• Plan the structure of your communication.
• Give it a hierarchy and give visual weight to the main point.
• Add secondary messages with interactivity.
• Establish a flow through the content.
• Measure results.

Opportunities

Contextualize your topic

• Plan the structure of your communication.
• Give it a hierarchy and give visual weight to the main point.
• Add secondary messages with interactivity.
• Establish a flow through the content.
• Measure results.

Opportunities

Contextualize your topic

• Plan the structure of your communication.
• Give it a hierarchy and give visual weight to the main point.
• Add secondary messages with interactivity.
• Establish a flow through the content.
• Measure results.

Opportunities

Contextualize your topic

• Plan the structure of your communication.
• Give it a hierarchy and give visual weight to the main point.
• Add secondary messages with interactivity.
• Establish a flow through the content.
• Measure results.

Opportunities

Contextualize your topic

• Plan the structure of your communication.
• Give it a hierarchy and give visual weight to the main point.
• Add secondary messages with interactivity.
• Establish a flow through the content.
• Measure results.

Opportunities

Contextualize your topic

• Plan the structure of your communication.
• Give it a hierarchy and give visual weight to the main point.
• Add secondary messages with interactivity.
• Establish a flow through the content.
• Measure results.

Opportunities

Contextualize your topic

• Plan the structure of your communication.
• Give it a hierarchy and give visual weight to the main point.
• Add secondary messages with interactivity.
• Establish a flow through the content.
• Measure results.

Opportunities

Contextualize your topic

• Plan the structure of your communication.
• Give it a hierarchy and give visual weight to the main point.
• Add secondary messages with interactivity.
• Establish a flow through the content.
• Measure results.

Opportunities

Contextualize your topic

• Plan the structure of your communication.
• Give it a hierarchy and give visual weight to the main point.
• Add secondary messages with interactivity.
• Establish a flow through the content.
• Measure results.