Module Two Blog

Learning theories and the analogy of where each plays a role in the learning Bill Kerr (2007) and Karl Kapps (2006). Behaviorism mainly focuses on certain conditions and operates responses. Depending on the environment behavior can be modified. There is certain reward system or some form of penalty associated with stimulus.  

Jean Piaget’s stages of cognitive development proved to have flaws and were challenged. Constructivism supports the opinion that people actively create their own personal subjective representations of objective reality. There are many new factors that can build information and mental representations are subjective. In my opinion, these learning theories can be incorporated in various aspect of everyday life for people.  All theories have their pros and cons, which mean each, must be applied where necessary.

 

Reference

Kapp, K. (2006). Design: Behaviorism Has Its Place. Retrieved on September 19^th, 2010 from http://karlkapp.blogspot.com/2006/12/design-behaviorism-has-its-place.html

Kerr, B. (2007). Isms as a filter, not a blinker. Retrieved on September 19^th, 2010

 

Module 1 Assisgnment

What are your beliefs about how people learn best? What is the purpose of learning theory in educational technology?

I believe that people learn best when there are differentiation strategies and instruction.  The development of differentiation instructions began the process used in maximizing learners by improving the individual needs and the curriculum. The best description of this strategy is ensuring all learning needs are met. The major purpose of learning theory in educational technology

There are three main learning theories and they are: behaviorism, cognitivism, and constructivism. Educational technology enhances the concrete learning experiences for students of all ages. Educational technology can be used to provide meaningful learning experiences, and it plays an integral part in all of the main learning theories. Students are motivated when educational technology comes into play. They are eager to want to explore the possibilities. Educational technology enhances instructional delivery, and it provides learning experiences that are motivational.

Reference

Siemens, G. (2008). Learning and knowing in networks: Changing roles for educators and designers. Paper presented to ITFORUM. Retrieved on December 16, 2012 from http://it.coe.uga.edu/itforum/Paper105/Siemens.pdf

Siemens, G., (2008). New structures and spaces of learning: The systemic impact of connective knowledge, connectivism, and networked learning. University of Manitoba Braga, Portugal. Retrieved on December 16, 2012 from http://elearnspace.org/Articles/systemic_impact.htm

Walden, J. (2010). Metaphors of Education. Retrieved on December 16, 2012 from http://jeffwaldenblog.wordpress.com/2010/09/14/metaphors-of-educators/