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What is learning?

Knowledge, skill, practice or principle.

The three main philosophical frameworks of learning are behaviourism, cognitive constructivism, and ________.

socio-culturalism

When did cognitive constructivism emerge?

  • 1990s
  • 1980s (correct)
  • 2000s
  • 1970s
  • Behaviourism states that learning is observed through changes in behaviour.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who developed classical conditioning?

    <p>Ivan Pavlov</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a characteristic of operant conditioning?

    <p>Reinforcements shape behaviour</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of teachers in behaviourism?

    <p>To provide stimulus and guide learning through repetition.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of students according to behaviourism?

    <p>Students respond to stimuli and learn through reinforcement.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Learning

    • Learning is the acquiring of knowledge, skills, practices, or principles.
    • Learning can be influenced by social interactions and the environment.

    History of Learning Theories

    • Debates about how people learn have persisted since the time of the ancient Greek philosophers.
    • Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle were central to the development of early learning theories.

    Three Main Philosophical Frameworks

    • Behaviourism: Emphasizes observable changes in behavior as evidence of learning.
    • Cognitive Constructivism: Focuses on how individuals construct knowledge based on prior experiences.
    • Socio-culturalism: Highlights learning through social interaction and engagement within a learner's cultural environment.

    Behaviourism

    • Based on the idea that learning is a result of stimulus and response.
    • Classical Conditioning: Learners respond naturally to a certain action, even if it doesn't actually happen. It is linked to the work of Ivan Pavlov.
    • Operant Conditioning: Learning occurs through reinforcement, such as positive or negative feedback, to influence behavior. It was developed by B.F. Skinner.
    • The environment plays a crucial role in shaping behavior.

    Roles of Teachers and Students in Behaviourism

    • Teachers: Provide stimuli and guidance, using repetition and reinforcement to encourage learning.
    • Students: Respond to stimuli and receive reinforcement for desired behaviors.

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    Explore the fundamental theories of learning from ancient philosophers to modern frameworks. This quiz covers behaviorism, cognitive constructivism, and socio-culturalism, offering insights into how knowledge is acquired and influenced. Test your understanding of these key concepts and theorists.

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