Learning Theories

Cognitive Theories

Piaget's Cognitive Theory of Development

Sensorimotor

Object permanence

Pre-operational

Symbolic thought

Concrete operational

Operational thought

Formal operational

Abstract concepts

Social Cognitive Theory

Bandura

Modelling

Reinforcement

Self-regulation

Self-efficacy

Observational learning

Cognitive Processing of Information

Sensory register

Iconic memory

Echoic memory

Working memory

Capacity: 7 +/- 2 items

Duration: 15 to 30 seconds

Long-term memory

Unlimited capacity

Permanent storage

Cognitive Neuroscience

Mapping the brain

Neuroplasticity

Biological processes in the brain

Emotions and learning

Neural connections

Attention

Memory

Neuroscience

Educational neuroscience

Mind, Brain and Education

Curriculum and pedagogy

Mental processes involved in learning

Behaviourism

Gamification

Elements of game

Non-game context

Promoting desired behaviours

Driving learning outcomes

Skinner

Operant conditioning

reinforcements

Punishments

Pavlov

Classical conditioning

Acquisition

Extinction

Constructivism

Cognitive constructivism

Social constructivism

Vygotsky

Zone of proximal development

emphasis on culture

emphasis on language

Collaboration

Groupwork

Interactions

Active discussions

Piaget

learning by discovery

Self-pacing

Schema

Assimilation

Accommodation

Active learning

Engagement and motivation

Feedback and reflection

Mastery of knowledge or skills

Scaffolding

guidance of adults or more skilled peers

Game-based learning

Engagement and motication

Positive

Negative

Feedback

a risk-free setting