Learning theories are essential for effective teaching in that they shed light on different aspects of the learning process. The spectrum of learning theories can be categorized into three main areas: behaviorism, cognitivism, and constructivism. "Behaviorism" as a teacher-centered instructional framework for a long time dominated educational…

Described is the learning theory of Marc Gold as it has been applied to increasing the learning efficiency of 64 mentally handicapped adolescents. (DB)

Based on an analysis of teacher clarity as a process-product variable, suggestions are made to enhance the concept of clarity as a factor in classroom learning. Clarity is referenced to learning theories and other theories accounting for student learning as a way to understand more fully the role of clarity in effective teaching. (Author/PN)

Attempts to point out some problem areas in traditional modes of instruction and presents an alternative approach to education. (Author)

Some major learning theory principles are reviewed and suggestions are made for integrating them into the process of education at the college or graduate school level. The theories deal with reinforcement, behavior modification, reactive inhibition, cognitive maps, incidental learning, retroactive inhibition, proactive inhibition, and spontaneous…

Defining field sensitive teachers as those who are warm, personal, and use the deductive approach and field independent teachers as ones who appear to be more formal and who employ inductive methods, this research indicates that proper development of educational environments will allow children of any cultural background to function in either…

Tests of teachers' ability to learn teaching through repeated use of closely defined curriculum indicate that familiarity with content and practice do not necessarily increase effectiveness. (JD)

This book presents results of recent research about the mind, brain, and learning processes. It examines new findings in learning theory and their implications for what is taught, how it is taught, and how learners are assessed. It also shows how theories and insights can translate into actions and practices. It examines research on human…

The Teacher Education and Learning to Teach Study of the National Center for Research on Teacher Education combines case studies of teacher education programs with longitudinal studies of teacher learning. In this paper, the development of the theoretical framework on which instrumentation for the longitudinal study is based is discussed.…

Several concepts detailed in Gestalt psychology/therapy appear to have a close relationship with many concepts being applied in bilingual education. The primary contribution of Gestalt psychology to learning theory in the U.S. is an emphasis on perception and reintegration of relationships within an organized whole. To the teacher this means that…

Although educational research has produced an abundance of useful findings, the quality of education has improved but very little. In spite of an ever-increasing financial outlay at all governmental levels, schools are falling short of expectations of those who must use the products of public education. The answer to, "Why can't the schools…

This book is intended for practicing or aspiring faculty who are interested in a learner perspective. It can be used individually or collectively in orientations, graduate teaching seminars, and faculty development seminars. Recognizing that most college faculty learned to teach using the lecture method, and that while the lecture method is not…

Comparing goal-oriented v human relations-oriented management theories, it becomes apparent that effective leadership is determined by flexible approaches appropriate to the given situation. For trainers, this "effectiveness dimension" encompasses both the achievement of learning goals and the maintenance of human relationships with learners. (SK)