Learning Theories

Description

COURSE DESCRIPTION

The principles of behaviorism, constructivism and social learning theories will be analyzed. A focus on the background of these theories and how faculty members can effectively utilize them in the classroom will be shared. Participants will be able to build off of examples of how to successfully implement these principles and then apply these theories to help create a more engaging educational experience.

The goal of this course is to help develop a better understanding of the topic and produce tangible resources to help implement plans, strategies, and ideas at your school. In addition to lecture videos, possible resource links, and assessments, you will be able to utilize the Journal and Learning Activities. Take advantage of a method that best works for you. For example, these assignments can be completed in print form on legal pad, in a spiral bound notebook, or in an actual journal. You may also complete the Journal and Learning Activities in digital form, with a word processor of your choice, as a way to have useful materials to use after successful completion of the class.

Course Hours: 4

COURSE OBJECTIVES

After completion of the course, learners will be able to:

• Analyze, develop, and assess the behaviorism learning theory and apply its theories into the classroom
• Analyze, develop, and assess the constructivist learning theory and apply its theories into the classroom
• Analyze, develop, and assess the social learning theory and apply its theories into the classroom

COURSE SETUP

• You must complete a course section to unlock the next section
• You have unlimited attempts at the assessments
• A 70% or higher is required on each assessment
• You must complete the Course Completion Confirmation to receive your certificate.