Cognitivist Learning Theory
Presented by Christian Caple
Learning Objectives
How Learning Occurs Instructional Implications New Media and Technologies
Information Processing Theories
1. Attend 2. Encode 3. Store 4. Retrieve (Expert Learners, 2011)
What is Conitivist Learning Theory?
Describes how our brains filter information, from what we’re paying attention to in the present moment, to what gets stored in our short-term or working memory and ultimately into our long-term memory (Lawless, 2019)
How does learning occur?
First we perceive something through our sensory memory, which is everything we can see, hear, feel or taste in a given moment; our short-term memory is what we use to remember things for very short periods, like a phone number; and long-term memory is stored permanently in our brains (Lawless, 2019)
Image Source: https://cristurplemet.weebly.com/computational-thinker.html
Instructional Implementations
- Build upon the learner's prior knowledge
- Help the learner to make connections between what they already know and what they are about to learn (Expert Learners, 2011)
New Media and Technologies
Anytime assistance for a large number of learners Reduction in anxiety (Koedigner & Tanner, 2013)
Technology transforms learning, creating more dynamic, accessible, and personalized experiences.
Thank You!
References: Cristurp Lemet. (n.d.). Computational thinker [Image]. Retrieved from http://www.expertlearners.com/cip_theory.php Expert Learners. (2011, September 4). Cognitive information processing theory. Expert Learners. Retrieved from http://www.expertlearners.com/cip_theory.php Koedinger, K., & Tanner, M. (2013, July 9). 7 things you should know about intelligent tutoring systems. EDUCAUSE. Retrieved from https://library.educause.edu/resources/2013/7/7-things-you-should-know-about-intelligent-tutoring-systems Lawless, C. (2019). What is Information Processing Theory?: Using it in Your Corporate Training. Retrieved from learnupon.com/blog/what-is-information-processing-theory/
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Christian Caple
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Cognitivist Learning Theory
Presented by Christian Caple
Learning Objectives
How Learning Occurs Instructional Implications New Media and Technologies
Information Processing Theories
1. Attend 2. Encode 3. Store 4. Retrieve (Expert Learners, 2011)
What is Conitivist Learning Theory?
Describes how our brains filter information, from what we’re paying attention to in the present moment, to what gets stored in our short-term or working memory and ultimately into our long-term memory (Lawless, 2019)
How does learning occur?
First we perceive something through our sensory memory, which is everything we can see, hear, feel or taste in a given moment; our short-term memory is what we use to remember things for very short periods, like a phone number; and long-term memory is stored permanently in our brains (Lawless, 2019)
Image Source: https://cristurplemet.weebly.com/computational-thinker.html
Instructional Implementations
New Media and Technologies
Anytime assistance for a large number of learners Reduction in anxiety (Koedigner & Tanner, 2013)
Technology transforms learning, creating more dynamic, accessible, and personalized experiences.
Thank You!
References: Cristurp Lemet. (n.d.). Computational thinker [Image]. Retrieved from http://www.expertlearners.com/cip_theory.php Expert Learners. (2011, September 4). Cognitive information processing theory. Expert Learners. Retrieved from http://www.expertlearners.com/cip_theory.php Koedinger, K., & Tanner, M. (2013, July 9). 7 things you should know about intelligent tutoring systems. EDUCAUSE. Retrieved from https://library.educause.edu/resources/2013/7/7-things-you-should-know-about-intelligent-tutoring-systems Lawless, C. (2019). What is Information Processing Theory?: Using it in Your Corporate Training. Retrieved from learnupon.com/blog/what-is-information-processing-theory/