Ways of learning : learning theories and learning styles in the classroom /

Ways of learning : learning theories and learning styles in the classroom /

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Bibliographic Details
Author / Creator:	Pritchard, Alan (Alan M.), author.
Edition:	Third edition.
Imprint:	Abingdon, Oxon : Routledge, 2014.
Description:	xiii, 143 pages ; 23 cm
Language:	English
Subject:	Learning, Psychology of. Cognitive styles. Cognitive styles. Learning, Psychology of.
Format:	Print Book
URL for this record:	http://pi.lib.uchicago.edu/1001/cat/bib/9855452

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ISBN:	9780415834926 (hardback) 0415834929 (hardback) 9780415834933 (paperback) 0415834937 (paperback) 9781315852089 (e-book)
Notes:	Includes bibliographical references and index.
Summary:	"Whilst most teachers are skilled in providing opportunities for the progression of children's learning, it is often without fully understanding the theory behind it. With greater insight into what is currently known about the processes of learning and about individual learning preferences, teachers are better equipped to provide effective experiences and situations which are more likely to lead to lasting attainment"--

Table of Contents:

1. Learning
2. Behaviourism and the beginning of theory
3. Cognitive, constructivist learning
4. Multiple Intelligences
5. Learning Styles
6. Difficulties with Learning
7. The impact of Neuro-psychology on our understanding of learning
8. Relating theory to practice: what can we learn from research?
Appendix Comparing and contrasting Piaget and Vygotsky - in summary