Differences between Cognitive Psychology, Behaviorism, and Social Cognitive Theory.

Introduction

Today we will be discussing the similarities and differences between Cognitive Psychology, Behaviorism, and Social Cognitivism. These are all styles of thought which help us better understand how we learn on a day to day basis.

These theories discuss important ideas about how a student can be conditioned for learning, how positive and negative reinforcements may shape their success, as well as how positive and negative influences from their sociocultural sphere may influence their behavior and success long term.

Task

Students will individually create a graphic organizer that clearly outlines similarities and differences between Cognitive Psychology, Behaviorism, and Social Cognitive theory using an app like canva or google slides to demonstrate knowledge of the three theories listed above.

The knowledge that it demonstrates should include information such as the theories pioneers, key points, and application to a real world setting. This information should be clearly outlined in a format of the students choosing. The information should come from at least three of the four provided links, as well as two additional scholarly sources that the student finds on their own. In a separate document or slide, students should include citations for each link they used.

Process

The instructions for the assignment is as follows:

1. Use the links listed below and individually gathered to gather information on these three learning theories (including things like the theories pioneers, key points, and application to a real world setting.

2. Use a resource like google slides, microsoft powerpoint, canva, etc., to create a graphic organizer comparing and contrasting these three learning theories. (eg. venn diagram).

3. Submit these assignments to me via by email after completion

Sample Formatting:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1m3PmzzzJMdHUXBJroZ7BJuSBVPLzy6-q/view?usp=sharing

Links for the assignment:

https://www.simplypsychology.org/cognitive.html

https://www.simplypsychology.org/behaviorism.html

https://www.simplypsychology.org/vygotsky.html

https://www.simplypsychology.org/theories/learning-theories

Evaluation

Webquest Student Sample Rubric

Criterion (Score at 0 if there is no evidence)	Below Expectations (1)	Meets Expectations (3)	Exceeds Expectations (5)	Score
Student Sample Requirements	The sample does not meet requirements as submitted.	The sample meet one or two requirements submitted.	The sample meets all of the requirements submitted.
Knowledge Gained	The sample does not show the learning and representation of that learning in the differences in Cognitive Psychology, Behaviorism & Social Cognitive Theory by the student sample.	The sample does show basic learning and representation of that learning in the differences in Cognitive Psychology, Behaviorism & Social Cognitive Theory by the student sample.	The sample shows complete learning and representation of that learning in the differences in Cognitive Psychology, Behaviorism & Social Cognitive Theory by the student sample.
Use of Links	The sample does not show use of links from Internet as stated in the Process.	The sample shows some use one or two links from Internet as stated in the Process.	The sample shows use of all links provided from the Internet as stated in the Process.
Sample Design	The student sample evaluation is poorly formatted or seemingly without structure	The student sample evaluation is laid out well, but is very basic or hard to follow at times	The student sample evaluation is laid our extremely well, is clear and concise, and easy to follow at all times
Citations	The student need not accurately format most of or none of their citations.	A majority of citations were formatted correctly, but with many mistakes.	All citations are formatted correctly with minor error.
			TOTAL

Conclusion

Now that we have learned about these three learning theories, let us discuss the information we have learned and talk about potential applications using these theories!

Summary Discussion Questions:

1. Do you see any real world application to the theories we looked at today?

2. Can you recall an experience where you have been influenced in a way that these theories describes?

3. Do you personally lean towards any of these theories? Why?

4. Do you disagree with any of these theories? If so, why?

5. Do you think that you will more greatly incorporate any of these learning theories moving forward?