Running head: Learning Theories Key Learning Theories Deborah Lynne Kittredge Deborah Kittredge Keiser University EDU521 Dr. Leigh Baldwin August 22‚2009 [ ]Abstract This paper views the learner‚ the learning theories and how they relate to the most effective classroom environment. The learners that are discussed are third grade American Indian
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The limbic system and prefrontal cortex play an extensive role in human behavior. The limbic system is a set of structures within the brain that controls human emotions and memories; intensifying during puberty. On the other hand‚ the prefrontal cortex is responsible for regulating behavior and thought analysis. This is developed later than the limbic system which has already begun developing during puberty as stated earlier. Due to the differences in developmental time‚ the extremities such as‚
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Assumption of the Cognitive Behavioral Theory Cognitive Behavioral Therapy will be utilized for the Bully Survival Support Group in that it focuses on the connection between an individual’s thoughts‚ feelings and behavior. The group facilitator presumes that Cognitive Behavioral Therapy will allow for the students to express their feelings/emotions‚ increase self-esteem‚ learn coping skills‚ as well as reduce anxiety‚ fear of attending school and other negative emotions associated with their experiences
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THEORIES OF LEARNING The starting point for all language teaching should be an understanding of how people learn. The key to successful language learning and teaching is in understanding the structure and processes of the mind. 1. Behaviorism : learning as habit formation This simple but powerful theory said that learning is a mechanical process of habit formation and proceeds by means of the frequent reinforcement of a stimulus-response sequence. This method‚ based firstly on the behaviorist stimulus-response
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Humanistic Theories of Learning: I. Introduction Humanism‚ a paradigm that emerged in the 1960s‚ focuses on the human freedom‚ dignity‚ and potential. A central assumption of humanism is that people act with intentionality and values. Humanism would concentrate upon the development of the child ’s self-concept. If the child feels good about him or herself then that is a positive start. Feeling good about oneself would involve an understanding of ones ’ strengths and weaknesses‚ and a
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Learning Theories There are many different types of learning theories that are used to help guide individuals through the teaching and or learning process. It has been developed that individuals develop through stages of learning until he or she can reason logically on their own. The two learning theories this paper will focus on is the conditions of learning theory originated by Robert Gagne and the model of discovery learning originated by Jerome Bruner. Gagne’s theory recognizes that there
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Professional Standards for Teaching: A Review or Literature Mirza Arshad Baig (Research Scholar) Hamdard Institute of Education & Social Sciences‚ Hamdard University Karachi ABSTRACT Abstract:- The aim of this article is to review the related literature about the Professional Standards for teachers. The conceptual and historical background of the professional standards has been discussed in this article. It is viewed that quality of education and quality of life are interdependent. Quality
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Dell’s best practice Dell has successfully cooperated with its suppliers to directly fulfill their customer demands. We will examine the best practices of Dell in terms of the logistics operation‚ competitive advantages and customer service. Logistic operation Dell has been choosing the right transportation mode for each order type to minimizing packaging‚ they are continuously refining their global transportation and logistics network so their transactions are more eco-friendly without added
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Erik Erikson believed that individual development takes place in a social context. He believed that development is a lifelong process. His theory contains eight stages of development that occur at different points in an individual’s life. At each stage‚ the individual has‚ what he believed as‚ a developmental crisis. Developmental crises are issues in the stage that must be dealt with in order to move on to the next stage. Each stage offers an outcome as to what will happen if the crisis is not resolved
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Whilst the current literature does not advocate a single best approach‚ many believe that the research indicates Best Fit is the most appropriate choice. However this does not explain why many organisations such are still advocates of the other perspectives. Therefore the main body of this essay will evaluate the
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