Reflection Week 4

28 September 2015

These week topics are about pedagogical approach of innovative learning environment. The pedagogical approach are content 3 types of theory which is: cognitive, behaviorism and constructivism.

1     Cognitivism

Cognitive theory defines learning as "a semi-permanent change in mental processes or associations." Cognitivists do not require an outward exibition of learning but focus more on the internal processes and connections that take place during learning.

The main assumption of cognitive psychology is that there are cognitive processes that take place and influence the way things are learned. Explanations for how cognitive processes work are known as information processing theories or models. The three-component model of information processing is taught in Educational Psychology. It looks something like this:

Important classroom principles from cognitive psychology include meaningful learning, organization, and elaboration.

Create an environment where there are lots of manipulatables, tools where they can develop an understanding. An instructor can ask questions to help students refine their thinking and recognize where they may be wrong.

Failure may be considered a good thing as it is a tool to help learners realize that they need to learn more.

       Behaviorism

   Behaviorism is a worldview that assumes a learner is essentially passive, responding to environmental stimuli. The learner starts off as a clean slate (i.e. tabula rasa) and behavior is shaped through positive reinforcement or negative reinforcement.

   

3.    Constructivism

     Constructivism is a learning theory found in psychology which explains how people might acquire knowledge and learn. It therefore has direct application to education. The theory suggests that humans construct knowledge and meaning from their experiences.

Activities

Dr Jamaluddin divide into three groups based on cognitive, behaviorism and constructivism. After that we have to present and share the knowledge with other friends. For me group discussion during learning is the best ways for student to understand. It’s also have benefit to students more aggressive and interactive during learning lesson.