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Choose any learning activity and use cognitive learning theory to explain what is involved in learning in this activity. Outline the strengths and limitations of using cognitive theory in explaining this kind of learning as opposed to alternative approaches such as behaviourism, social learning theory, humanism.
This assignment involves:
1. deciding on a learning activity where knowledge acquisition requires some effort on the part of the learner e.g. playing the piano, wiring a house, using a power tool, using a computer application,
entering data in a spreadsheet, managing a team, writing a report, playing chess, 2. using a wide range of literature to critique the kinds of knowledge (propositional, procedural, metacognitive and dispositional) that need to be acquired; 3. discussing what is involved in acquiring these kinds of knowledge in terms of cognitive learning theory to become an expert in the selected activity; and 4. arguing for the strengths or limitations of using a cognitive approach in explaining this kind of learning.
as opposed to alternative approaches such as behaviourism, social learning theory or humanism, again using a wide range of literature.
Criteria & Marking:
Assignment 1: Assessment criteria
Your essay will be marked on the following criteria:
1. ability to theorise learning, development and expertise
2. clarity and relevance of application of learning theories to learning development and practice
3. level of coherence and cohesion of text, standard of expression and referencing.
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