Learning Theories

Question 1

It is a learning theory that considers language to be a learned behavior or habit which we acquire through a process of stimuli-response and positive reinforcement or punishment.

Answer 1

Behaviorism

Question 2

It is a learning theory that focuses on how info is received, organized, stored and retrieved by the mind.

Answer 2

Cognitivism

Question 3

It is a theory that says learners construct knowledge rather than just passively take in information.

Answer 3

Constructivism

Question 4

It teaches that all knowledge develops as a result of social interaction and language use, and is therefore a shared, rather than individual experience.

Answer 4

Social constructivim

Question 5

It is a theory that engages social skills, feelings, intellect, artistic skills, practical skills, and more as part of their education.

Answer 5

Humanism

Question 6

refers to the utilization of our senses as well as past experiences to comprehend stimuli. It shows how humans’ response to innate associations can contribute towards knowledge acquisition

Answer 6

The Gestalt Theory.