Learning Theories - Dweck and Willingham Flashcards
What is a fixed mindset?
Seeing intelligence as fixed, meaning they will not attempt challenging tasks or accept feedback, they will fear failure.
What is a growth mindset?
Seeing as intelligence as something that can be developed, they will accept challenges and learn from mistakes and feedback.
How did Dweck suggest we should praise children?
She said we should praise on effort, not on achievement.
What are the three learning styles?
Visual, auditory, kinaesthetic.
Give examples of visual learning tasks.
Reading, watching videos, presentations etc.
Give examples of auditory learning tasks.
Speeches, lectures, reading notes aloud.
Give examples of kinaesthetic learning tasks.
Experiments, using props, practical activities.
What are Willingham’s views on learning theories?
He opposed learning theories, suggesting that children can learn in a variety of ways.
How did Willingham suggest children can learn better?
He argued children need to know what they’re studying and the learning must be meaningful for them.
