An Introduction to Theories of Learning
Ninth Edition
9th Edition
Published on 22. July 2015
480 pages
978-1-317-35069-9 (ISBN)
Description
Defines learning and shows how the learning process is studied. Clearly written and user-friendly, Introduction to the Theories of Learning places learning in its historical perspective and provides appreciation for the figures and theories that have shaped 100 years of learning theory research. The 9th edition has been updated with the most current research in the field. With Pearson's MySearchLab with interactive eText and Experiment's Tool, this program is more user-friendly than ever. Learning Goals Upon completing this book, readers should be able to: Define learning and show how the learning process is studied Place learning theory in historical perspective Present essential features of the major theories of learning with implications for educational practice Note: MySearchLab does not come automatically packaged with this text. To purchase MySearchLab, please visit: www.mysearchlab.com or you can purchase a ValuePack of the text + MySearchLab (at no additional cost).
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Edition
9th edition
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Target group
College/higher education
Edition type
New edition
File size
6,62 MB
ISBN-13
978-1-317-35069-9 (9781317350699)
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Content
Part 1: Introduction to Learning, 1. What Is Learning?, 2. Approaches to the Study of Learning, 3. Early Notions about Learning, Part 2: Predominantly Functionalistic Theories, 4. Edward Lee Thorndike, 5. Burrhus Frederick Skinner, 6. Clark Leonard Hull, Part 3: Predominantly Associationistic Theories, 7. Ivan Petrovich Pavlov, 8. Edwin Ray Guthrie, 9. William Kaye Estes, Part 4: Predominantly Cognitive Theories, 10. Gestalt Theory, 11. Jean Piaget, 12. Edward Chace Tolman, 13. Albert Bandura, Part 5: A Predominantly Neurophysiological Theory, 14. Donald Olding Hebb, Part 6: An Evolutionary Theory, 15. Robert C. Bolles and Evolutionary Psychology, Part 7: Some Final Thoughts, 16. A Final Word 17. Glossary
