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    Cognitive Learning Theory Psychology of Learning PSY 331 October 12‚ 2009 Abstract Cognitive learning theories emerged in the mid-1900s and were a dramatic departure from the behaviorist learning theories so popular at the time. The advent of the computer also contributed to the emergence of cognitive theories of learning because computers provided the first means to "metaphorically conceptualize human cognition" (Bates‚ 1999). Cognitive learning theories are based on the assumption that

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    study of learninglearning theories are categorized into paradigms or schools of thought based on viewpoints shared by scientists that provide a framework for research. Three of the major paradigms of learning theories include the cognitive paradigm‚ the neurophysiological paradigm and the evolutionary paradigm. The first paradigm is referred to as cognitive because theorists place their emphasis on the cognitive nature of learning. According to Hergenhahn and Olson (2005)‚ the second paradigm is called

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    Please attempt all questions in separate FLA files – output is expected in separate SWF files. Q1. Create an SWF file that uses screenshots from Ms-Word and displays step by step how a new blank document can be created. The steps must using mouse pointer movements and along with instructions displayed in a callout. You can use the following instructions: Instruction 1: Click on Start button on Windows Task bar and open the All Programs menu. Instruction 2: Click to choose Ms Word application

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    Cognitive dissonance is a discomfort caused by holding conflicting ideas simultaneously. The theory of cognitive dissonance proposes that people have a motivational drive to reduce dissonance. They do this by changing their attitudes‚ beliefs‚ and actions.[2] Dissonance is also reduced by justifying‚ blaming‚ and denying. The phrase was coined by Leon Festinger in his 1956 book When Prophecy Fails‚ which chronicled the followers of a UFO cult as reality clashed with their fervent beliefs.[3][4] It

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    COGNITIVE LEARNING What is cognitive learning? Not all cases of learning can easily be captured by classical conditioning and operant conditioning. Learning would be extremely inefficient if we had to rely completely on conditioning for all our learning. Human beings can learn efficiently by observation‚ taking instruction‚ and imitating the behavior of others. Cognitive learning is a powerful mechanism that provides the means of knowledge‚ and goes well beyond simple imitation of others. Conditioning

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    Running head: COGNITIVE LEARNING Cognitive Learning Pearl Loftlin Grand Canyon University Abstract “Knowledge is learned‚ and changes in knowledge make changes in behavior possible (Woolfolk‚ p.248).” Learning is an important part of life‚ it our job as educators to teach and help children gain knowledge as they grow older. Learning takes place in the mind. Our memory is a vital part of our growth. The information process memory model examines how memory

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    The Three Behaviorists: Watson‚ Tolman‚ and Skinner The psychological perspective of behaviorism bound together three men whose views otherwise greatly diverged from each other and who together changed the face of psychology: John B. Watson‚ Edward C. Tolman‚ and B. F. Skinner. The three men started from the perspective of behaviorism and from there their views widely strayed. The views of Behaviorism’s father‚ John B. Watson marked him as an extremist. Edward C. Tolman was the neobehaviorist

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    Running head: ORGANIZATIONAL PARADIGMS AND THEORIES Organizational Paradigms and Theories Introduction Organization Development(OD) in the past has been define as a body of knowledge and practice that enhances organizational performance and individual development‚ viewing the organization as a complex system of systems that exist within a larger system‚ each of which has its own attributes and degrees of alignment. OD was originally applied to human problem in social systems (Gallos‚ 2006)

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    Radical Behaviorist Critique EDU501001VA016-1128-001 Learning Theories (K-12) Instructor: Kelly Walton November 3‚ 2012 Describe a learning outcome and a radical behaviorist approach to achieving that outcome “Learning outcomes are statements that specify what learners will know or be able to do as a result of a learning activity.  Outcomes are usually expressed as knowledge‚ skills‚ or attitudes. Learning outcomes

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    Cognitive Theory Name University Course Tutor Date Introduction In this paper it will show that social cognitive theory is my main focus from a wide range of theories outlined in the course syllabus. The theory was proposed by Miller and Dollard in 1941. The theory was later expanding by Walters and Bandura with the principles in observational

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