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Applying Learning Theories in Your Teaching

Applying Learning Theories in Your Teaching. Presented by Susan M. Zvacek, Ph.D. Fulbright Scholar University of Kansas. Historical Perspective. Behaviorism Cognitive Processing Constructivism. What is Behaviorism?. Focus on … behavior

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Applying Learning Theories in Your Teaching

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  1. Applying Learning Theoriesin Your Teaching Presented by Susan M. Zvacek, Ph.D. Fulbright Scholar University of Kansas

  2. Historical Perspective • Behaviorism • Cognitive Processing • Constructivism

  3. What is Behaviorism? • Focus on … behavior • Stimulus-Response and Behavior Modification orientation • We ignore what we can’t know (internal processes) • No longer popular as a learning theory base

  4. Behaviorist Theories • Conditioning/Shaping • Connectionism

  5. Practical Applications of Behaviorism • Identifying observable (action-oriented) outcomes • Providing feedback to students • Considering transfer of skills to new environments

  6. What is Cognitive Processing? • Focus on how the brain works • Includes memory, thinking, perceiving, etc. • Two areas of emphasis • Memory processes • Individual differences

  7. Cognitive Processing Theories • Cognitive Load • Schema Theory • Visual Literacy • Elaboration Theory

  8. Practical Applications of Cognitive Processing Theory • Presenting content in manageable amounts (chunks) • Providing “Advance Organizers” and promoting recall of prior knowledge • Designing visuals from simple to complex • Presenting information that may cause cognitive dissonance

  9. What is Constructivism? • Focus on learner’s active role in his/her own learning • Meaning is constructed in the individual (not transmitted from outside) • Learner reflection on/organization of content • Emphasis on personal relevance to learner

  10. Constructivist Theories • Attribution/Motivation • Active learning • Metacognition

  11. Practical Applications of Constructivism • Designing activities to promote engagement • Attributing progress to internal factors • Using concept maps • Offering students choice in assessment methods

  12. Summary • What theories might you apply in your teaching? • Are some more appropriate for your content, your students, your goals than others?

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