Session 2

Task C

In this task, we were instructed to create a mind map about learning theories in order to implement our learning plan which theory is the most suitable for us. Here is our mind map. As you can see in this mind map, we divide the learning theory into three parts, behaviorism, cognitivism and constructivism.

In terms of the behaviorist learning theory, experts believe that the essence of learning can be generalized as a stimulus-reaction-enhancement process. Teachers are the controllers of learning, and students are passively accepting knowledge. Representatives in this theory are Thorndike, Pablov, Waston, Skinner et al.

In terms of the cognitivist learning theory, people hold the opinion that Learning knowledge is a combination of external and internal cognition. Some experts in this theory emphasize the process of information. Gagne, Piaget, Weiner are the representatives in this theory.

In terms of the constructivist learning theory, learning can be regarded as the process by which learners construct their own knowledge. Learners do not simply accept information, but actively construct the meaning of knowledge. Learning is the active selection, processing and processing of external information by learners based on their own experience background.

Finally, we think that in modern learning and teaching mode, people should give the priority to the learners’ initiative during the process of learning. Students can be the leaders of learning and can choose what they want to learn. Also, situated learning might be suitable for modern education. With the development of technology, many new teaching techniques have emerged，like AR technology, VR technology and so on. Those new technologies applied in the field of education gives students an immersive learning environment, which is beneficial for their better understanding.

Activity

For the activity of this lesson, we were instructed to create an active lesson using PPT as a tools for our active lesson. Because our topic in session 1 is not specific so we tried change our topic into explaining Myopia eye sickness. Here is our PPT that could be viewed and downloaded.

https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1dYba4tfsBJvIne0VtZ9KkpBJjuo8D_pSF_xhStGzUho/edit?usp=sharing