Portfolio Possibility: Theory and my teaching practice

You might want to think about the various learning theories in the context of what you need your students to know, understand and be able to do by the end of your course(s). Remember:

Students need to know basic facts (transmission and factual recall).

They also need to be able to relate new facts to what they already know so that connections can be made between what has been learned and what is being learned (cognitivism and making sense).

Finally, learners need to be able to apply what they have learned in unique situations where the right course of action will not be obvious (constructivism and interpretation).

What learning theories will you draw on to enable your students to meet their learning needs?