Conclusion I thoroughly enjoyed the Learning Theories module. Even though I touched on learning theories during my degree this was more in-depth and constructivism and connectivism were new. I realised throughout the module that I demonstrate a strong behaviourist approach. This was also evident during my assignment where I carried out the Principles of Adult Read More …
Today is about reflection. Encompassing reflection in my ePortfolio is paramount for the completion of this module. For this journey it is important that I take note of the tips that Claire gave us, particularly the following: What refers to the experience or action that has occurred. So What refers to the reason it is important Read More …
The following is a reflection on Week 4 of the Learning Theories module using Gibbs Reflective Cycle. Discussion Today we had a flipped class. As noted by Bergmann and Sams the concept of a flipped classroom is ‘that which is traditionally done in class is now done at home, and that which is traditionally done as homework is Read More …
The following is a reflection on Week 3 of the Learning Theories module using Gibbs Reflective Cycle. Description Today we covered Constructivism, Social Constructivism & CoPs and an added bonus was Connectivism. We were introduced to Piaget, Bruner, Vygotsky, Bandura, Freire and Wenger to name but a few. Constructivism Constructivism is where learners construct their own Read More …
The following is a reflection on Week 2 of the Learning Theories module using Gibbs Reflective Cycle. Description We covered both the Behaviourist and Cognitive Theories in class this week. Behaviourism Behaviourism defines learning as a change in behaviour where there is association between stimulus and response. I was relatively comfortable with the behaviourist theory Read More …
The following is a reflection on Week 1 of the Learning Theories module using Gibbs Reflective Cycle. Homework for Week 1 is also included. Description The journey begins with our first lecture in Learning Theories. So what is Learning and what is Theory? Learning can be defined as a change in behaviour (Birkenholz, 1999) or ‘learning is Read More …