Developing online learning content involves various educational theories that shape how knowledge is acquired and applied. Connectivist theory emphasizes learning in a networked environment, leveraging global classrooms and the digital age'
Personal reality learning through observatino, processing, and interpretation.
Knowledge Construction
Active Discovery
Situated Learning
Behaviorist
Provide feedback
Sequence learning materials
Assess learners
Explain learning outcomes
Used to teach the what, how, and why principles.
Learning is proven though a change in behavior
Motivational
Uses intrinsic or extrinsic motivational strategies to engage learners.
Cognitive psychology
ARCS Model-(Keller)
Satisfaction-Provide feedback and allow learners to apply knowledge to real-world situations.
Confidence-Inform learners of expectations. Design for sucess.
Relevance- Make content relevant to learner needs.
Attention-Gain learner attention.
Connectivist
Learning occurs in a Global classroom
Acquire new knowledge and skills on an ongoing basis
Learning and working in a networked environment
Information is not location-specific
Digital age learning theory
Situaated Learning-The application of knowledge and skills in a specific context. Information is applied in many context.
Cognitive
Context of Online Learning
Learners should be motivated
Accomodate varying learning styles
Organize content to prevent overloading
Allow retrieval of existing information from long-term memory
Use strategies to allow transfer into memory. Highlight critical information.
Learning is an internal process that involves memory, motivation, thining, and reflection. Information should be chunked and organized for proper processing.