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Declarative Knowledge. By Engin Atasay, Unit 2 Learning Theory, June 11, 2007. Definition of the Term.
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Declarative Knowledge By Engin Atasay, Unit 2 Learning Theory, June 11, 2007.
Definition of the Term • Declarative Knowledge is a category of knowledge. It is where the knowledge is descriptive and shows facts. For example in first grade as the learners are beginning to read they master sight words. Sight words are declarative knowledge. New knowledge is presented via some medium (video, text, audio etc).
Evaluation of the Term • Declarative knowledge fits into the Shallow level of knowledge as it only has the basic information for a specific situation. • However, declarative knowledge is essential for establishing other types of learning. As describe in problem-solving the learner needs to be able to understand the problem before a problem can be solved.
Technology Integration Strategies • Technological tools can facilitate the presentation of Declarative Knowledge. • Microsoft PowerPoint slide shows. • Videos. • Concept Mapping. • Graphics.
Webliography/ Resources • http://www.ehhs.cmich.edu/~rmscott/643declarative.html#Defining%20Declarative%20Knowledge • http://www.angelfire.com/ks3/brookwebpage/ch9.htm