IST:520 Term 2
Course DescriptionThis 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. |
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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