Theories of Learning - McGregor, Debra; - Prospero Internet Bookshop

 
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ISBN13:9781446253137
ISBN10:1446253139
Binding:Hardback
No. of pages:272 pages
Size:242x170 mm
Language:English
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Theories of Learning

Tools for thinking about practice
 
Edition number: 1
Publisher: SAGE Publications Ltd
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Short description:

Explores major theories of learning, from behaviourism to constructivism to cognitivism, and how they can be used as tools to improve teaching. 

Long description:

To be a successful teacher, or student of education, it is crucial to acknowledge the learning process. This book explains major learning theories, how they have developed, what beliefs and evidence they have been based upon and what they mean for teachers' practice. Key areas considered include:



  • How different theories, including behaviourism, constructivism, cognitivism and social culturalism, offer alternate perspectives about learning;

  • Detailed case studies, in a range of school contexts, show how theoretical considerations play out in real situations;

  • How a deeper understanding of learning theory can enhance your professional teacher knowledge and practice.


The book also includes a range of practical tasks and questions for consideration to encourage deeper reflection about teaching and learning processes.



This is essential reading for anyone training to teach in primary and secondary education, Education Studies students, and teachers seeking to refresh their knowledge and understanding of different perspectives of learning.



Debra McGregor is Professor in Education at Oxford Brookes University.

Table of Contents:
Ch1: Introducing how learning is talked about
Part 1: Introducing theories of learning
Ch2: Introducing behavourism and information-processing theories
Ch3: Introducing constructivism and the agentive mind
Ch4: Language and meaning making
Ch5: Introducing social constructivism and socioculturalism
Ch6: Thinking further about the social and cultural aspects of learning
Part 2: Applying theory to make sense of practice
Ch7: Classroom cases featuring aspects of behaviourism and information processing
Ch8: Classroom cases featuring aspects of constructivism
Ch9: Classroom cases featuring aspects of social constructivism
Ch10: Classroom cases featuring aspects of socioculturalism