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Behaviorism and Technology

Behaviorism and Technology. By Kim Floyd and Jen Meno. Definition of Behaviorism. A learning theory based on the belief that behaviors can be measured, trained, and changed. Traits of Behaviorism. Desired behaviors are reinforced by feedback Direct instruction Passive learning

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Behaviorism and Technology

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  1. Behaviorism and Technology By Kim Floyd and Jen Meno

  2. Definition of Behaviorism A learning theory based on the belief that behaviors can be measured, trained, and changed.

  3. Traits of Behaviorism • Desired behaviors are reinforced by feedback • Direct instruction • Passive learning • Aligned to standardized testing • Technology corresponds with measurable objectives

  4. Desired behaviors are reinforced by positive or negative feedback. • Classroom Management • Marble jar/ tickets/ reward system • Behavior slips • Positive reinforcement • Affirmation • Constructive Criticism • Monthly Awards

  5. Technology Desired behaviors are reinforced by positive or negative feedback. • Charts and Graphs • Stop watch • Student incentives (Computer time, Movie, Games) • DVD’s or VHS • Technology Rewards (high score)

  6. Direct Instruction • Objectives/Standards • Teaching and Modeling • Guided Practice • Independent Practice • Assessments • Textbooks

  7. Technology Direct Instruction • Online Resources (Brain Pop/United Streaming, Starfall) • Laptop and Document Cameras • Power point Presentations • Books Online • I Pads • Software (Math Blaster)

  8. Passive Learning • Listen to lectures • Absorb information • Rote memorization • Regurgitate information • Drill and practice

  9. Technology Passive Learning • Calculators • VHS tapes • DVD videos • Word Processing • I Pad • Listening Centers/ I Pod

  10. Tightly Aligned to Standardized Testing • District Language Arts Assessments • District Math Assessment • District Writing Assessment • State Testing (CSTs) • End of the Unit Tests • STAR - Upper Grades Additional Assessments

  11. Technology Tightly Aligned to Standardized Testing • Standards Learning Software Programs • Standards Learning Websites • Tungsten • ST Math • Dibbles • SAM

  12. Educational technology corresponds with measurable objectives. • Imagine Learning • System 44 • Read 180 • SRI

  13. Behaviorism Pros Cons • Clear simple objectives • Outcomes measurable • Implementation easy • Student accountability • Memorization skills • Instructor has control • Pacing calendars • Does not accommodate multiple learning styles • Dependent learning • No group interaction • Limited learning • Short-term retention • Restricted creativity

  14. Technology Resourcesfor the 21st Century • Online Teaching Forums • Smart Boards • I pads / I Pods • Document cameras • Flip cameras • Blogging • Webcam • Skype • Microsoft Applications • Internet • WiFi • Promethium Boards • Computers (PC or Mac) • Laptops • Pod Casting • DVD Blu-ray • Cell Phones • Cameras / Camcorders

  15. Enhancing Behaviorism with Technology Before Technology After Technology • Does not accommodate multiple learning styles • Dependent learning • No group interaction • Limited learning • Short-term retention • Restricted creativity • Accommodates all learning styles • Independent learners • Interaction with technology • Unlimited learning • Unlimited resources • Life long learner • Unlimited potential

  16. Behaviorism in the 21st Century Hybrid Behaviorism Theory Technology breaks learners out of the box The box of behaviorism limits learning

  17. Thank you!

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