The focus of this assessment is on learning theories. Consider an experience you had when you learned something new. For instance, buying a new smartphone, updating the operating system on your computer, attending a seminar, or driving a car with a manual transmission for the first time are all examples of learning.
In preparation for this assessment, research at least three different types of theories of learning-for example, behaviorist theories, cognitivist theories, constructivist theories, or motivational theories. Think about how each can contribute to your understanding of how you were able to learn, or your understanding of the challenges you faced during the learning process.
Directions
For this assessment, complete the following:
Describe the learning experience that you are focusing on. Make sure to elaborate on the learning goal(s) and any associated changes in behavior. Describe the behavior patterns before the learning event and what differences in thought, feeling, or behavior occurred after the learning.
Briefly summarize three different learning theories. Cite textbooks or articles to support your summaries.
Explain how these learning theories can or cannot explain the progress that you made regarding your learning experience.
Describe what insights you have gained from the theories that you can use to improve your learning process the next time you are faced with the challenge of learning something new.
Consider the following scenario: Sam has just joined a basketball team and is new to the sport. He understands the rules but needs to learn the strategy involved in the game. Using the theories you researched, devise two or three different ways that Sam can learn the strategy of the game.
Strive to be as concise as possible and limit the length of your completed assessment to no more than 5-6 pages, excluding the title page and reference page. Support your statements and analyses with references and citations from at least three resources.
Additional Requirements
Include a title page and a reference page.
Use at least three resources.
Paper must Follow APA format.
Note: You may use the APA Paper Template linked in the Resources. This resource is not required.
Use 12-point, Times New Roman font.
Required Double-space your paper.