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

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