Kirsten
Crittenden
EDTC 3123
Multiple
Intelligences
Learning
Styles
A theory that is
related to cognitivism,
which sees knowledge
as unique to each
individual that
experiences learning
it.
Theory that every
person has a
varying level of
each of the nine
aspects of
intelligence.
(Linguistic, Spatial,
Musical, etc.)
Theory that people
possess different
thinking
preferences which
influence how they
learn. The MyersBriggs test
identifies 8 styles
like IntrovertExtrovert.
Jerome Bruner
David Ausubel
Jean Piaget
Seymour Papert
Robert Gagne
Lev Vygotsky
Albert Bandura
Howard Garner
Katherine Briggs
Isabel Myers
Briggs
Technology could be
implemented to test
and encourage
problem solving
cognition.
Technology could
provide a set of
mental constructs and
allow the learner to
choose the most
natural learning
method.
Technology could
be specifically
tailored to support
a student with a
high alternate
intelligence such as
in Spatial or
Musical.
Technology could
be used to help
identify different
learning styles and
institute the best
teaching methods
for students.
Behaviorism
Cognitivism
Summary
of Theory
A theory in which all
actions are a
response to external
stimuli. Behaviorism
relies on a system of
rewards and
punishments to teach
learners.
A theory in which
learning is an active
process where
mental activity
interprets and stores
information.
Cognitivism views
learning as a
complex problem
solving exercise.
Key
Theorists
Ivan Pavlov
John Watson
B.F. Skinner.
Technology could be
designed to provide
Role of
rewards and
Technology
punishments system
for learners.
Constructivism
Source: Lever-Duffy, Judy, and McDonald, Jean B. (2007). Teaching and learning with technology. 3rd edition. New York: Addison-Wesley.