Tuesday, July 17, 2012

Week No. 4: Theories of Learning

#July 9/11, 2012:


Construction of knowledge begins with our observation and recognition of events and objects through concepts we already have. We learn by constructing a network of concepts and adding to them. With this, students can easily learn because he/she relates the new event or learning from what he already knows.

 One of the topics discussed by MR. KIM BRIAN HINALOC is the MEANINGFUL LEARNING SET. In this characteristic of meaningful learning, learning is possible when you can relate your new learning to your old learning. With this also, your old knowledge will be revitalized.

There are also variables to put meaningful learning into practice. First is the OPEN WORK, with this, students are able to work with different types of students. Second is the MOTIVATION. This is to improve the classroom atmosphere and make the student be interested in classroom activities. Third is the ENVIRONMENT. This is to make connection with the the students learn and what surrounds them.

As to motivation is concerned, there are two types of motivation according what we have discussed in this fourth week of this course. Namely, the motivation by NEED and the motivation by DRIVE. Motivation by need is when there is something that lacks in you that you want to complete. Motivation by drive is when you do something even if it is far from your goal.

Theories are always available, it's up to the teacher what theory he/she will apply for the the students to learn.

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