Introduction
Have you ever noticed how differently the people around you learn or do things? Some people may learn visually by observing, some may need hands-on activities, and some can understand things in their head the first time. This WebQuest will allow you to take a closer look at these theories and really understand what they mean.
You will be navigating through each theory, comparing their ideas, and understanding how we bring them to life within the classroom.
Cognitive Psychology: Internal Mental Processes
Behaviorism: Observable Behaviors and Environmental Interactions
Social Cognitive Theory: Learning through observation in a social context
Task
You will be divided into small groups where you will conduct research over the following theories: Cognitive Psychology, Behaviorism, and Social Cognitive Theory. When conducting research, make sure to include the definition, key theorists, major principles, classroom examples, and strengths and weaknesses. Each student is required to do the same amount of work. After doing research, write the information that you found on a piece of paper. Once you have done this, your group will create a presentation or a short video comparing the theories based on their experience.
Process
1. Use the following to research each theory:
Links: https://pressbooks.nscc.ca/lumenlife/chapter/behavioral-and-cognitive-theories/
https://www.wgu.edu/blog/five-educational-learning-theories2005.html
https://www.nu.edu/blog/theories-of-learning/
https://edtechbooks.org/id/learning_theories
2. Organize Your Findings:
-Definition
-Key Theorists
-Major Principles
-Real-life/ Classroom Examples
-Strengths and Weaknesses
3. Choose one of the following formats:
-Compare and Contrast the ideas.
- List at least three ways these theories are used in the classroom.
Create a presentation. (Use google slides, Canva, or PowerPoint.)
https://workspace.google.com/products/slides/
https://powerpoint.cloud.microsoft/en-us/
Short Video: (2-5 Minutes; May include skits, explanations, or animations)
4. Present Your Powerpoint or Video
Evaluation
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Criterion (Score at 0 if no evidence) |
Below Expectations (1) |
Meets Expectations (2) |
Exceeds Expectations (3) |
Score | |
| Student Sample Requirements | The sample does not meet requirements as submitted. |
The sample meets only a few of the requirements submitted. |
The sample meets all of the requirements submitted. |
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| 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. |
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| Link Usage | 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. |
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Rubic Grading |
The student sample evaluation from |
The student sample evaluation from the submitted rubric scores in the developing/meets expectations/average range. |
The student sample evaluation from the submitted rubric scores in the exemplary/above expectations/ range. |
TOTAL:
Conclusion
Summary and Reflection:
You've just taken a deep dive into three powerful learning theories--- Behaviorism, Cognitive Psychology, and Social Cognitive Theory. Through your research, collaboration, and creative expression, you've explored how humans learn, how educators teach, and how understanding the mind can influence everything from classroom instruction to personal growth.
Reflection: Answer the following
1. Which theory do you agree with most and why?
2. How might you understanding learning theories help you as a student or teacher?
3. Did any of the theories challenge the way you've experienced learning yourself?
4. Which theory do you believe is most effective in today's education world? Why?