Module 7: Introduction to Learning Theory Flashcards
What is the name of the theory of intelligence that postulates that intelligence consists of several abilities and talents that are independent and unrelated to each other?
A) The informational processing theory of intelligence
B) Cognitivist intelligence theory
C) The behavioral theory of intelligence
D) Multiple intelligence theory
D) Multiple intelligence theory
Howard Gardner believed that all people have numerous (or multiple) intelligences and that people learn best when incorporating multiple senses while learning.
What do developmental theories focus on?
how children grow and change, and how their interactions with others and the world have an effect on their physical growth, cognition, social and emotional skills, and language
What do learning theories focus on?
specifically on how children (and adults) learn and gain knowledge and skills
What is Sternberg’s Triarchic Theory of Intelligence?
-Analytical
-Creative
-Practical
Different intelligences are independent of each other
What is the analytical intelligence presented by Sternberg?
Componential
the ability to solve problems of logic, verbal comprehension, vocab, and spatial abilities. Reading supports analytical intelligence
Ability to look at things from multiple angles, different sides, pro and cons
What is the creative intelligence presented by Sternberg?
Experiential
the ability to apply newly found skills to novel situations. building with blocks shows creative intelligence
Ability to think outside the box
What is the practical intelligence presented by Sternberg?
Contextual
the ability to use common sense and to know what is called for in a situation. navigating social settings is practical intelligence
Ability in street smarts
What is Spearman’s General Intelligence Theory?
General intelligence also called G Factor
Test is made up of Specific Factors (S Factor)
Single type of intelligence (you are either smart or not)
What is Gardner’s Theory of Multiple Intelligences?
there are many types of intelligence
different intelligences are independent of each other
What are Gardner’s Common types of intelligences?
Name at least 3
- Linguistic
- Logical-mathematical
- Spatial
- Musical
- Naturalistic
- Bodily-kinesthetic or kinesthetic
- Existential
- Interpersonal
- Intrapersonal
What is Spearman’s concept of the g factor?
A) A general intelligence factor is the basis of all cognitive processes and performance.
B) Intelligence increases in direct proportion to the amount of schooling one receives.
C) Environment and culture are the dominant influences on intelligence.
D) Intelligence can be measured very accurately using individualized intelligence tests.
A) A general intelligence factor is the basis of all cognitive processes and performance.
Spearman thought that people have a general ability that is used in a wide variety of situations.
Match the type of intelligence described by Sternberg with the student who is displaying it. (Practical, Analytical, Creative)
Charlotte has earned 100 percent on each algebra test she has taken this quarter.
Analytical
Charlotte is using her academic abilities here to solve well-defined problems.
Match the type of intelligence described by Sternberg with the student who is displaying it. (Practical, Analytical, Creative)
Mateo was using a recipe that called for buttermilk. When he found no buttermilk in the refrigerator, he added a little lemon juice to regular milk and his recipe turned out fine.
Creative
Mateo had to adapt quickly to a novel situation.
Match the type of intelligence described by Sternberg with the student who is displaying it. (Practical, Analytical, Creative)
When her computer froze, Eva knew to hit Ctrl-Alt-Del to reboot the hard drive.
Practical
Eva used what she already knew to respond to a typical problem people often face.
A teacher assigns six students to write and perform a short play dramatizing the Constitutional Convention of 1787.
Which three types of Gardner’s intelligences is the teacher incorporating into this lesson?
A) Musical
B) Intrapersonal
C) Bodily-kinesthetic
D) Linguistic
E) Interpersonal
F) Logical-mathematical
C) Bodily-kinesthetic
D) Linguistic
E) Interpersonal
The students will work together (interpersonal) to write a script (linguistic) and then act out the play for the class (bodily-kinesthetic).
What two conditionings are used in the behavioral learning theory?
Classical and operant
What is classical conditioning pertaining to the behavioral learning theory?
train your students to do something. example: When i clap hands students go line up at the door
What is operant conditioning pertaining to the behavioral learning theory?
behavioral learning theory (Skinner)
Positive reinforcement: I give you something and make you happy
Negative reinforcement: I take away something and make you happy
Positive punishment: I give you something and make you sad
Negative punishment: I take away something and make you sad
Generalization: keep the behavior when the situation changes
Discrimination: Change the behavior when the situation changes
Shaping: Positive reinforcement every time you are close to the correct behavior
Extinction: I ignore you and make you sad
Instructional Strategies of the behavioral learning theory
Teacher-centered/Teacher-directed
- Direct instruction (lectures, readings, scripted instruction)
- Practice
- Feedback
- Reinforcement
*best for the basics of reading, writing, and math
Mastery Teaching or the Effective Teaching Model
What is Mastery Teaching or the Effective Teaching Model
Type of direct instruction
- prepare students to learn
- present information clearly and explicitly
- check for understanding and give guided practice
- provide for independent practice
Classical conditioning involves a neutral stimulus becoming a conditioned response because of __
A) continuous pairings
B) habits
C) corrective feedback
A) continuous pairings
Continuously pairing a neutral stimulus with an outcome creates a conditioned response.
What are the two main types of consequences in operant conditioning?
A) Reinforcement and punishment
B) Shaping and discrimination
C) Extinction and recovery
D) Conditioned responses and repeating pairings
A) Reinforcement and punishment
The two main consequences in operant conditioning are reinforcement and punishment. Operant conditioning states that learning is a learned association between a behavior and a consequence. According to operant conditioning theory, people learn to associate consequences (both positive and negative) with behavior, and those consequences modify behavior.
Identify whether the situation describes an idea related to classical conditioning or operant conditioning.
A teacher who had previously allowed students to “shout out” answers in class without raising their hands begins to completely ignore students who speak without raising hands. Within a few days, students no longer “shout out” answers.
Operant
This is the practice of extinction, which is a operant conditioning concept. Extinction is the practice of refusing to reward unwanted behavior until the behavior stops.
Identify whether the situation describes an idea related to classical conditioning or operant conditioning.
A teacher asks a question about the number of U.S. senators and a student responds with the answer, “Eighty.” The teacher says, “That’s so close but not quite correct. If there are 50 states and two senators from each state, how many senators are there?” The student then replies, “One hundred.”
Operant
This is an example of shaping, which does not fit into the classical conditioning model. Shaping is the process of reinforcing closer and closer approximations of a desired behavior.
Identify whether the situation describes an idea related to classical conditioning or operant conditioning.
A teacher tells the class that every student who scores above 90 percent on the test will receive a candy bar. Students studied extra hard in hopes of earning candy.
Operant
Exhibiting a certain behavior to earn a reward is an example of operant conditioning. In this example, the candy bar served as a positive reinforcement for students to increase study time.
Identify whether the situation describes an idea related to classical conditioning or operant conditioning.
An eighth-grade student was coming down with the flu on the morning he had to give a speech in his English class. He became violently ill during the speech. Years later, in college, he still suffered from feelings of nausea just before he engaged in any type of public speaking.
Classical
The connection of a feeling of nausea and public speaking is an example of classical conditioning. Operant conditioning is a learned association between a behavior and a consequence. This example is better explained through classical conditioning, because it involves a physical reflex (vomiting). Operant conditioning is typically not associated with reflexes.
Which content areas could be improved through direct instruction? (would benefit from direct instruction or would not benefit from direct instruction)
Improving reading instruction
Would Benefit
Direct instruction has been shown to improve reading instruction. Direct instruction is based on behavioral theory that often relies on “drill and practice” to ensure that learning takes place. Behavioral learning techniques have been proven to be most effective when the focus is on memorization and there is one right answer.
Which content areas could be improved through direct instruction? (would benefit from direct instruction or would not benefit from direct instruction)
Improving reading comprehension
Would Benefit
Direct instruction has been shown to improve reading comprehension. There are step-by-step instructional techniques that improve reading comprehension skills. Those step-by-step techniques are firmly grounded in behavioral learning theory.
Which content areas could be improved through direct instruction? (would benefit from direct instruction or would not benefit from direct instruction)
Improving vocabulary
Would Benefit
Direct instruction has been shown to improve vocabulary. Vocabulary skills are often improved by using DI techniques such as flash cards, which is a common technique that is aligned with behavioral theory.
Which content areas could be improved through direct instruction? (would benefit from direct instruction or would not benefit from direct instruction)
Improving social skills
Would NOT Benefit
Direct instruction has not been shown to improve social skills.
What is the cognitivist learning theory?
-Getting info into the brain and pulling it back out
-more teacher-centered/teacher-directed
-two pieces to this theory: social cognitivism and information processing system
Explain social cognitivism learning theory
originally called Social Learning Theory
(Bandura-learn through modeling)
Self-Efficacy
-remind students of previous accomplishment
-verbal encouragement/praise/positive reinforcement
-support
Explain information processing system pertaining to the cognitivist learning theory
- encoding
- sensory memory
- short term memory (STM)
- working memory: memory enhancing strategies-rehearsal, chunking, mnemonic devices
- long term memory (LTM): explicit memories and implicit memories (storage and retrieval)
True or False
The length of sensory memory is the same regardless of the modality of the information coming into the central nervous system.
False
For example, visual information lasts only about a half second, while auditory information lasts up to three or four seconds.
Match the type of memory with the student who is using it. (Working, Implicit, Explicit)
Talia took a geography test on state capitals today and got 48 out of 50 correct. She could not remember the capitals of Alaska and Maine.
Explicit
Talia remembered what she learned in class. She was able to consciously recall almost all of the state capitals.
Match the type of memory with the student who is using it. (Working, Implicit, Explicit)
When Daniel writes in his journal, he does not think about how to form the different letters with his pencil as he records his ideas. He just writes without “remembering” how to do so.
Implicit
Daniel does not purposely remember how to write when he jots down ideas in his journal. The “memory” of how to form the letters does not even come into his awareness.