DECP01/Unit01/01

 Unit 1.1 Introduction to Learning Theories Learning outcomes:

 After you read this Unit, you shall be able to:


 * 1) Define learning
 * 2) Identify two forms of learning
 * 3) Explain the significance of theories of learning in the teaching learning process
 * 4) Identify different types of learning theories
 * 5) Describe the behaviourist theory of learning with example
 * 6) Explain the classical theory of conditioning
 * 7) Describe the basic components of classical conditioning
 * 8) Summarise operant conditioning theory
 * 9) Narrate the Kurt Lewin’s Field Theory
 * 10) State the Tolman’s Sign Learning
 * 11) Illustrate the Social Constructivism of Vygotsky
 * 12) Express the Intellectual development theory of learning
 * 13) Identify the different stages of intellectual development