Principles of Instruction and Learning
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Behaviorism
What is a Learning Theory and an Instructional Design Theory?
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A learning theory describes how we learn. We can refer to humans, animals, and a variety of other organisms depending upon the learning theory. Instructional Design Theories prescribes how we should design instruction and facilitate learning so that it is successful. Instructional Design Theories are informed by Learning Theories.
How Does Behaviorism Describe Learning?
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According to Behaviorism as a Learning Theory, learning is a "relatively permanent change in observable behavior as a result of experience" (Koszalka, 2018), generally caused by external or environmental stimuli. Behaviorism focuses on the relationship between a stimulus and a response and the strength of that relationship to learn a new response, or behavior (sometimes referred to as the terminal behavior). Behaviors can either be increased or decreased depending upon the techniques utilized in practice.
Information Concerning Behaviorism
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This knowledge base presents information about Behaviorism in many forms.