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IST:520 Term 2

Course Description

This subject introduces learning theory as a foundation for the design of learning technology interventions. Starting with a historical approach, this subject will cover behavioral, cognitive, social, and biological theories of learning, with their instructional implications. The role of this subject is to provide both a support for the process of design and as grounding for extensions to learning theory that occurs in your other classes. A brief introduction to analysis of research will be included, as well as training on using human subjects in research.  

Learning Outcomes
Articulate the relationships between theory, research, and practice, as well as the interrelationships between people, processes, and devices.

• Identify, compare and contrast, and evaluate major learning theories. Consider elements and findings from cognitive neuroscience research in developing a rubric to evaluate the application of various learning theories to learning situations and to your philosophy of instructional design.
• Identify, compare and contrast, and evaluate and apply appropriate learning theories: behavioral, cognitive, social, etc.
• Determine implications of each theory within different learning settings.
• Demonstrate an awareness of social and cultural influences on learning.
• Contextualize emerging theories of learning within the framework of technological innovations.
• Apply learning theories to practical contexts of learning and instruction.
• Demonstrate your viewpoint as a learner and trainer and that you can apply that knowledge to your own learning.
• Analyze, critique and evaluate a research study related to a learning theory using a provided rubric.
• Complete required human research training.  Fischer, D. (2016).

Retrieved November 4, 2016

Textbooks
Gredler, M. E. (2009). Learning and Instruction, Theory into Practice, 6th Edition. Pearson/Merrill Prentice Hall: New Jersey. 
Third Update on Adult Learning Theory: New Directions for Adult and continuing Education. Jossey-Bass: San Francisco. Merriam, S.B. (Ed) (2001). [Articles available online. See link below-Access Articles Online.]
The New Update on Adult Learning Theory: New Directions for Adult and continuing Education. Jossey-Bass: San Francisco. [Articles available online. See link below--Access Articles Online.]

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