Learning Theories in Education

What are the three main schemas of learning theories?

• Behaviorism, Cognitivism, and Constructivism

• Piaget, Vygotsky, and Bloom

• Gestalt, Pavlov, and Maslow

• Equilibrium, Assimilation, and Accommodation

Which learning theory is based on the idea that knowledge is independent and on the exterior of the learner?

• Behaviorism

• Cognitivism

• Constructivism

• Gestalt

Who conducted the famous 'salivating dog' experiment?

• Piaget

• Vygotsky

• Pavlov

• Bloom

Which learning theory focuses on the idea that students process information they receive?

• Behaviorism

• Cognitivism

• Constructivism

• Gestalt

According to cognitivism theory, learning occurs when the student reorganizes information by finding new explanations or adapting old ones. True or False?

• True

• False

Which learning theory is based on the premise that learning is unique to the individual learner?

• Behaviorism

• Cognitivism

• Constructivism

• Gestalt

Who developed the theory of cognitive development with stages?

• Piaget

• Vygotsky

• Bloom

• Maslow

Which stage of cognitive development is characterized by the ability to think symbolically?

• Sensorimotor

• Preoperational

• Concrete Operational

• Formal Operational

According to Piaget, learning is a constant cycle of assimilation, accommodation, and equilibrium. True or False?

• True

• False

According to Vygotsky, social learning is an integral part of cognitive development. True or False?

• True

• False