Module 2 Learning Theories

Just like diets, learning styles, teaching styles, media, advice, etc. the best results are always found from using a little from everything.  There is no ONE CURE ALL remedy or answer for any problem.  The idea that how we all learn could only point to one theory is ridiculous!  Prior to reading these I probably would have felt like I had to pick a learning theory, but I agree with Kerr (2007) that each learning theory offers something useful for particular situations.  Also, Kapp (2007) states that learning is "multi-layered and multi-faceted"  and correlate to Bloom's Taxonomy.  If we want to produce critical thinkers and creative problem solvers we have to "cherry pick" (Kerr, 2007) from the different learning theories.

Kerr, B. (2007, January 1). _isms as filter, not blinker [Web log post]. Retrieved from http://billkerr2.blogspot.com/2007/01/isms-as-filter-not-blinker.html

Kapp, K. (2007, January 2). Out and about: Discussion on educational schools of thought [Web log post]. Retrieved from http://www.kaplaneduneering.com/kappnotes/index.php/2007/01/out-and-about-discussion-on-educational/