Psychological Approaches to Learning Kenneth D. Lewis PSY 101 Jimletta Vareene-Thomas December 19 2010 Learning is a psychological behavior that is considered by most to be fundemental to human development. Learning is a relitively permanent change in behavior brought about by experience (Feldman‚ 2009 p. 177). This paper will discus behavior‚ cognitive‚ and developmental psycological theories to learning. It will also interpret the different psychological theories to learning and will anayze
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with COLLABORATIVE APPROACHES to learning? In recent decades collaborative learning theory has emerged at the forefront of contemporary learning approaches. An evolution from traditional individualistic and independent learning approaches‚ to that of cooperation and interdependence‚ is challenging and changing the face of learning at its very core. It is the assertion of this essay to provide evidence in the support of collaborative learning as an effective and efficient learning approach‚ whilst
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Teaching and Learning Approaches My choice of teaching approach for my micro teach was to use PowerPoint‚ practical exercises and an end of session test to ensure all learning styles were met. I adjusted the tables and seating so I could walk in the area where the learners were sat so to engage with them. Throughout my session I carried out formative assessment of what was being taught by asking questions and keeping eye contact with all my learners. During the PowerPoint exercise I also passed
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Kolb (1984)‚ in introducing the idea of the experiential learning cycle and of learning styles‚ defines learning as the process whereby "knowledge is created through the transformation of expertise". He suggests that ideas are not fixed but are formed and modified through current and past experiences. His learning cycle consists of four stages; completing each stage is important to improve learning in the next stage : Active Experimentation (The learner actively uses the theories formed and also
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Running Head: Learning Learning Paper Sandra Allen January 31‚ 2011 Psych. 550 Psychology of Learning Dr. Terri Edwards Many psychologists have had debates with the concept of learning. Nature versus nurture is two concepts that many psychologists have argued over. Learning is a cause of someone’s change in behavior through experience‚ practice‚ and skills. In this paper‚ the subjects to describe is‚ the concept of learning‚ distinguishing between learning and performance‚ and finally
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Learning Paper Temeshia T. Jordan Learning Paper Even though there are many debates concerning the concept of learning‚ current arguments between psychologists suggest that nurture versus nature are two concepts extremely important in human development. The following paper will define the concept of learning and distinguish between learning and performance. Next‚ I will compare and contrast the conceptual approaches to the study of learning. In closing‚ the major points throughout
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Assignment: Analyse inclusive learning approaches to learning and teaching. Inclusive learning is about making sure that every learner in the classroom has their needs identified and met. It is about realising that every learner will have specific individual needs and it is the job of the teacher to accommodate the needs of all of their learners. Booth et al. (2000) state ‘Inclusion is seen to involve the identification and minimising of barriers to learning and participation’ (Booth et al.‚ 2000:
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Learning Reflections 1 Assessment In your own words explain what approaches to learning are and explain the three approaches used in the ASSIST. The theory that students take different approaches to learning‚ based on how they perceive the objectives of what they are studying‚ is known simply as approaches to learning. There are three approaches that students are inclined to take: deep learning approach‚ strategic learning approach and surface learning approach. Students who take the deep learning
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Compare learning and non-learning institutions. The non-learning institution is a place that is stuck‚ has rigid thinking and is unwilling to consider change or development. In the non-learning institution: • The old ways of doing things is the best way. • Mistakes get made but no-one asks why or how they can be avoided in the future. • Individuals get rewarded for personal work. • Shared delivery is not encouraged. • There is little opportunity for joint problem-solving. • People rarely
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AC 1.2 Evaluating the effectiveness of approaches to learning and teaching in own specialist area in meeting needs of learners –Counselling Learning Cycle There are various ways which people can learn. There is a need to identify approaches that can assess learning effectively. David Kolb proposed a four stage learning process with a cycle of learning. (Gravells‚ A. 2008). The process is represented in the diagram below: Concrete experience This is process where the learner experiences
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