Educational Psychology

The process of learning


The aim of this lecture is to outline basic information basic information about the process of learning and the role of the teacher in this process. Chapter will also introduce most essential theories of learning.

Questions:

What is the difference between respondent conditioning and operant conditioning?

What is an unconditioned stimulus?

Which learning theory emphasizes the role of reinforcement in the learning process?

What is reinforcement (positive and negative)? How can teacher use reinforcement principle in influencing child´s behavior?

What does discrimination mean in the context of operant conditioning? Provide an example from the school environment.

What are contemporary learning myths?

Describe deep, surface, and strategic approaches to learning. Who is the author?

Which four assumptions inform the constructivist approach to learning?

How is the theory of the zone of proximal development important for teachers? Who is the author?

How did Piaget contribute to constructivist theories of learning?

Kolb's experiential learning theory consists of which stages?

What are the domains in Bloom's taxonomy?

What are the strategies that teachers can use to promote constructivist learning in the classroom?



Learning theories 2023 dr. Mareš
Presentation from the lecture (with additional resources)
Learning Theories
Besically repetition of Seifet, Sutton & Mareš with more pictures.
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