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Learning Theories and Technology Integration

 

A summary of Behaviorist and Constructivist theories of learning

Behaviorist/Directed Learning Theory

Constructivist Learning Theory
  • Practice and Feedback Learning Experiences
  • Teacher-Facilitated Activities - Behavioral Assessment Objectives; Sequential Presentation of Information; Individual Work; Traditional teaching and assessment; Tests with Expected Responses
  • Derived from Information-Processing Branch of Cognitive Learning Theory
  • Theorists - Gagne
  • Student Exploration
  • Student-Facilitated Activities - Inquiry Based; Discovery Learning; Problem-Based Learning; Multimedia and Web-Based Learning; Group Work; Alternative Learning and Assessment (ie: Portfolios)
  • Derived from Thinking Branch of Cognitive
  • Theorists - Dewey, Bruner (Discovery Learning), Vygotsky

 

Which type of model do you envision yourself using when integrating technology into the classroom curriculum? Why?

        When I am a teacher, I envision myself using the Constructivist Learning Theory Model.  As a hopeful high school
        History teacher, I would want my students to learn and discover the curriculum using hands-on media working with
        their classmates. Using the internet, creating portfolios and problem solving, students would be able to learn from
        each other and the teacher.

What learning experiences will engage students in exploring topics and equip the students with what skills/knowledge are required for the classroom performance?

        In the classroom, students will be engaged in computer activities using the Internet and Powerpoint. They will also
        learn the importance of positive communication with each other and the teacher.

 

References

Hartzler-Miller, C. How Do People Learn? (additional materials from Dr. Linda Emerick).

Roblyer, M.D. (2005). Integrating Educational Technology into Teaching (Fourth Edition). Upper Saddle River, NJ: Prentice Hall.

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Updated by Jenna Sieverts on Monday, December 10, 2007.