EDSE 534 - Learning Theories: Research and Applications

Description:
Advanced study of learning theories. Clarification of teacher beliefs, adjustment of evidence-based instructional practices with theory and research. By permission of instructor.

Credits:
(4)

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student/teacher candidate will be able to:

Demonstrate knowledge of major learning theories CEC Standard 2: ACC2K2 WA Read: 1.2.8; 3.2.6; 6.1 IRA Standard: 1 CTL Standard: 1
Demonstrate knowledge of the relationship between theories and methodologies of teaching and learning including adaptation and modification of curriculum for students with disabilities/diverse needs CEC Standard 2: ACC2K2 WA Read: 1, 2, 3, 6 IRA Standard: 1, 2, 3, 4 CTL Standard: 1
Research how factors, such as school political, socioeconomic, emotional, culture, language, dialect, motivation, behavior, cognition, and ethnic diversity among learners can influence learning CEC Standard 2: ACC2Kl WA Read: 1.3.1; 1.3.2; 1.3.3; 2.2.5; 3.1.5; 4.1; 5.1; 6.3.3; 6.3.4 IRA Standard: 1, 4, 5 CTL Standard: 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7
Reflect and apply learning theories to current classroom practice CEC Standard 2: ACC2S3, Standard 5: SA5K3 WARead: 1;2;3;4;5;6 IRA Standard: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 CTL Standard: 1; 3; 4; 6; 7
Demonstrate knowledge of developmentally appropriate strategies for modifying instructional methods and learning environment CEC Standard 2: ACC2K6 WARead: 1,2,3,6 IRA Standard: 1, 2, 3, 4 CTL Standard: 1
Read, analyze, and critique learning theory research CEC Standard 3: ACC3S3 WA Read: 1, 5.2; 6.1 IRA Standard: 1, 4; 6 CTL Standard: 1; 4
Refine personal theories and beliefs CEC Standard 2: ACC2S3 WA Read: 5 IRA Standard: 6 CTL Standard: 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7
Demonstrate knowledge of programs and strategies that promote meaningful school engagement for individuals with exceptional/diverse learning needs CEC Standard 2: SA2K2 WA Read: 1, 2, 4, 6 IRA Standard: 1, 2, 4 CTL Standard: 1
Demonstrate knowledge of theories and practices for use of instructional technology for all learners CEC Standard 2: SA2S3 WA Read: 3, 4, 6 IRA Standard: 2, 5 CTL Standard: 1, 2, 3,4, 5, 6, 7
Explain the relevance/importance of social and cultural factors within evidence-based classroom practices. CEC Standard 2: ACC2Kl WA Read: 3; 4; 6 IRA Standard 2, 3, 4. 5 CTL Standard 1, 2, 5, 6, 7
Participate as a member of a professional learning community in order to reflect and improve upon classroom practices CEC Standard 4: ACC4K2 WA Read: 5 IRA Standard 6 CTL Standard 1.4

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
2/16/12