Learning Theories
by Fresh 6024
1. Towards Constructivist Models
1.1. Behavorism
1.1.1. Stimulus & Response
1.1.2. Focus on observable cause and effect
1.1.3. Students remember and respond
1.2. Cognitvism
1.2.1. Short term, long-term and working memory
1.2.2. Students remember rules, patterns and strategies
1.3. Constructivism
1.3.1. Knowledge is insepratble from knower
1.3.2. Learning is active process that involves personal discoveries
2. Technology and Learning
2.1. Learning with Technology (Constructivist Models)
2.1.1. Cognitive tools http://projects.coe.uga.edu/epltt/index.php?title=Cognitive_Tools_in_the_classroom#Cognitive_Tools
2.1.2. WebQuest an ActiveLesson
2.2. Learning from Technology (Instructivist Models)
2.2.1. Gange's 9-event of Instruction http://www.e-learningguru.com/articles/art3_3.htm
2.2.2. Reusable Learning Objects
3. Types of CT
3.1. Spreadsheet e.g. Excel
3.2. Concept Maps
3.2.1. Inspiration: http://www.inspiration.com
3.2.2. Mindmeister: http://www.mindmeister.com
3.3. Database e.g. Access
3.4. Multimedia environments
3.4.1. Facedemo: http://www.faceresearch.org/demos/average