EDTEC 544 - Learning Theories

Question 1

Elaboration theory:

Answer 1

Simple to complex.

Cognitivist

Question 2

Dual coding theory

Answer 2

Breaks learning into two cognitive subsystems:

1. Images (images) lead to non- verbal processes.
2. Verbal (logogens) lead to verbal processes

Yet 1. & 2. cross refer in processing
(Cognitivist)

Question 3

Social development Theory

Answer 3

1. Cognitive development is limited to a certain range at any given age
2. Full cognitive development requires social interaction

Question 4

Andragogy

Answer 4

Instruction for adults needs to focus more on the process and less on the content being taught

Question 5

Anchored instruction theory

Answer 5

1. Design learning and teaching around an anchor (case study or problem situation)
2. Curriculum materials allow learner exploration e.g. interactive multimedia

Question 6

Cognitive load theory

Answer 6

1. Instructional material must first be processed by working memory.
2. For schema acquisition, design instruction to reduce working memory load.
3. Target chunks of information 5 +/- 2 chunks

Question 7

Component display Theory

Answer 7

Learning is classified in two dimensions: content and performance

Question 8

Constructivist theory

Answer 8

Learners construct new ideas or concepts based on their current / past knowledge

Question 9

Criterion-referenced instruction

Answer 9

Instruction based on objectives where students are given opportunity to study and practice skills not yet mastered (the objectives)