The discussions of Bill Kerr, Stephen Downes and Karl Kapp (2007) has given me a sigh of relief to know
other people feel the same way that I do concerning all of these learning theories. They have
reinforced my opinion that learning theoies have to be based on individual traits concerning how knowledge
is learned. I feel that the "bits and pieces" of the various learning theories could be carved up
based on what has to be learned. For example knowledge instruction that is based on rules,
procedures and always requires the same behavior should be based on Behaviorism e.g., math
problems. For the student to master language arts could be based on a different learning
theory. I agree with Kerr that learning theories are indispensible to promote changes in
curriculum instruction. Howeve I also believe what ever learning theory is used must be
applicable to what is being learned and who it is that needs to learn it. Since there is so much
new technology maybe a completely new learning theory that incorporates some of the old
learning theories and brings to the table new ideas should be developed.
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and http://karlkapp.blogspot.com/2007/01/out-and-about-discussion-on-educational.html
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What would you suggest be put into place for the new learning theory that incorporates old learning theories as well as new ideas? I feel technology could be incorporated using a variety of current learning theories, but I am interested in your thoughts.
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ReplyDeleteI agree that after reading the various blogs I was relieved to see that others agree that different aspects of the various theories add different insight on the human learning process. Since learning theories address how people learn I agree with Kerr that no theory can stand-alone and be complete. The learning process is complex and cannot be explained by one learning theory alone.
Tiffany and Charlotte I was thinking about a learning theory which includes visual and auditory sensory skills but also include how people who are blind or autistic could learn. Most of the learning theories address how children in general learn. Just maybe technology is the bridge to close the learning gap for these children.
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