EDTE 311 - Psychology of Learning.

Institution:

Drury University

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Description:

This course is designed to explore the fundamental concepts, principles, theories and methods impacting learning and instruction. Basic theories of learning, particularly the behavioral and cognitive theories, and the more recent theories such as Brain-based learning and Multiple Intelligences will be studied. This course will also examine major historical contributions to the contemporary understanding of human learning; review theoretical perspectives associated with learning; investigate the role of cognition in learned behavior; evaluate models of learning; identify various influences on human learning; describe basic constructs used to explain learned behavior (e.g., reinforcement, extinction, etc.); analyze how particular behaviors are created and maintained; and apply learning principles to improve instruction.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.drury.edu

Phone Number:

(417) 873-7879

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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