Venn diagrame xample to Compare Different Philosophies
Educational theories often contrast humanist and behaviorist approaches, emphasizing distinct methods for facilitating student learning. Humanist strategies prioritize intrinsic motivation, encouraging self-directed learning and critical thinking by treating students as responsible adults.
Learning occurs through experience
and reflection
Make connections to prior knowledge
Self assessment
Strudents are treated like
responsible adults
Develops critical thinking
Self-directed learning
Student centered
Intrinsic motivation
Positive reinforcement
Behavior modeled by the teacher
Learning occurs through reinforcement
Clear and specific objectives
Teacher centered
Directs instruction
Observable
Extrinsic motivation
HUMANIST
BEHAVIORIST
Teaching styles
Student learning
takes place
Classroom
management