Objectives SWBAT interpret learning theories and collaborate to design a brochure using DTP techniques to apply the theory to a learning setting
Why do learning theories matter in teaching?
Instructional Theories and Educational Technology Cognitive Load Theory - Sweller Dual Coding Theory – Paivio Generative Theory - Wittrock Cognitive Theory of Multi-Media – Mayer & Clark
Cognitive Load TheoryCognitive Load Theory Total Cognitive Load Extraneous Germane Intrinsic
Creating schemaCreating schema Total Cognitive Load Create schema to manage the load
Dual Coding TheoryDual Coding Theory Hear the word House Understanding of House
Generative TheoryGenerative Theory Learners do best when they generate their own learning by: Generating their own problems And then solving them… Allows neural meaning-making not memorization/regurgitation How?
Generative Activities and Levels of Processing Coding Creating titles Creating labels Organization Outlining Summarizing Diagramming Integration Creating relevant examples Relating to prior knowledge Analogies Synthesis
Cognitive Theory of Multi-Media
Collaborative Project Collaborative Project Working with a partner, create a 2-column DTP Word© document including the following: Description of your chosen theory and how it applies to learning in your opinion Information regarding how a lesson could be implemented using the chosen theory, a specific subject, and a technology Images or clip art to enhance your DTP
Sources Information adapted from: [PPT]:Generative Learning Theorywww.southalabama.edu/coe/bset/surry/isd651/review/generative.ppt From Lever-Duffy, J. & McDonald, J.B. (2011) Teaching and Learning with Technology Clark, R.C., & Mayer, R.E. (2008). E-Learning and the Science of Instruction Images from:soulofnewmexico.com, rlcint.com