Digital Blog Post #B Ch. 2&3

      I enjoyed reading about the four learning theories in Chapter 3 of our text book (Maloy, et al, 2013, p. 47). It was interesting to hear about the different theories. Behaviorism, cognitivism, constructivism, and constructionism."In the behaviorism theory learning is a process of memorizing, demonstrating, and imitating. In the cognitivism theory computer instruction must consider the effects of attention and perception and be based on individual learning needs and differences. In the constructivism theory learning is a process of manipulating and interpreting the surrounding world in a unique way. In the  constructionism theory leaners build their own knowledge and adds the idea that those knowledge structures are public entities."

     Another interesting part of the chapters for me was the approaches to reaching. There are the student center approaches which focus on the teacher "instructing" in the most efficient and effective ways possible. There is also a student centered approach which is when the goal of the teacher is to "create" situations in which students participate in minds-on problem solving and thoughtful reflection. (Maloy, et al, 2013, p. 51)



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     I've learned that technology promotes critical thinking and problem solving. "the rapid feedback from computers and other technologies support students curiosity and desire to learn on their own without need for constant teacher direction. (Maloy, et al, 2014, p. 69) Also, online learning games, virtual worlds, and interactive simulations promote critical thinking and problem solving within the context of activities students find engaging."

References:

A Principal's Reflections. (n.d.). Retrieved February 09, 2016, from http://esheninger.blogspot.com/2015/03/engagement-does-not-always-equate-to.html

 

Maloy, Robert, Verock-O’Loughlin,Ruth-Ellen, Edwards, Sharon A., and Woolf, Beverly Park (2013). Transforming Learning with New Technologies. 2nd Edition. Boston, MA: Pearson Education, Inc.

 

Teacher Cadet Technology. (n.d.). Retrieved February 09, 2016, from http://teachercadettechnology.blogspot.com/2012_01_01_archive.html

 

Tips for Better Management of Technology in the Classroom. (n.d.). Retrieved February 09, 2016, from http://blog.wepresentwifi.com/tips-better-management-technology-classroom

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