Unit 3 Leading the Profession. Chapter 14 Teacher/Learner

Unit 3

Leading the Profession

Chapter 14

Teacher/Learner

Teaching-Learning Models

Learning Theories

Behavioral Learning Theory

Cognitive Learning Theory

Cognitive Development Theory

Social Learning Theory

Additional Theories

• Psychodynamic • Humanistic Learning • Adult Learning

Learner Characteristics

• Developmental stage• Best time to teach• Learner’s motivations

Learning Styles

• Three determinates of learning– Learning needs (what)– Readiness to learn (when)– Learning style (how)

• Literacy?

Instructional Methods• Need to be tailored to the audience

• Creatively developed or purchased • Wide variety of methods

Instructional Methods

Instructional Methods

Instructional Methods

Planning Instructional Strategies• Obtain learner’s attention

• Encourage recall of previous learning

• Determine teaching strategies to address:– Learners, environment, resources, time, and objectives

Planning Instructional Strategies