Educational Theories: Cognitivism and Connectivism

Study Notes

Corrientes Pedagógicas

Corrientes pedagógicas are different philosophical approaches to education and learning.
These approaches influence how teachers design lessons, interact with students, and assess progress.

Cognitivismo

Cognitivism focuses on mental learning processes like memory, problem-solving, and information processing.
Key concepts include schema, assimilation, accommodation, and information processing.
It emphasizes how learners organize and interpret information.
Teachers using a cognitivist approach might:
- Provide opportunities for active information processing.
- Use varied methods to connect new and existing knowledge.
- Design activities for reflection and critical thinking.

Conectivismo

Connectivism emphasizes network's role in learning.
It highlights learning through connections with others and resources in a digital world.
Key elements include:
- Learning as connecting nodes/information pieces.
- Knowledge is distributed across networks and individuals.
- Continuous engagement with information is crucial.
- Adaptability and lifelong learning are essential.
Teachers might use:
- Online learning platforms (e.g., Moodle, Blackboard).
- Social media for classroom interaction.
- Collaborative projects with peers or experts.

Inteligencias Múltiples

Multiple Intelligences, by Howard Gardner, proposes diverse human intelligences beyond a single type.
These include: linguistic, logical-mathematical, spatial, bodily-kinesthetic, musical, interpersonal, intrapersonal, and naturalistic.
This theory suggests tailored instruction based on individual strengths enhances learning.
Educators using this approach design activities catering to different learning styles and intelligences.

Cognocitivista

Cognocitivista is often used synonymously with "cognitivism".
It emphasizes mental processes in knowledge acquisition, storage, and organization, highlighting mental constructs in learning.
Teachers employing a "cognocictivista" approach focus on how learners process information, using methods like concept mapping, reflective journals.
Problem-solving activities are also part of this approach.

Description

This quiz explores the key concepts and principles of cognitivism and connectivism, two essential pedagogical approaches in the field of education. Understand how these theories influence teaching methods and learning processes, and evaluate their impact on learner engagement and information retention.