Module 2: Cognitivism as a Learning Theory

After reading the blog posts from both Kerr (2007) and Kapp (2007), I find I agree with much of what was said between the two bloggers.  I agree that education should not be taught in terms of one learning theory or another but instead should be taught using a mesh of the theories.  From the behaviorist theory, I believe it has been learned the learner is not just, "an empty black box."  There are thoughts and processes within the user that matter in learning.  From the cognivist theory, I believe it has been learned the learner is not exactly like a computer.  Activities outside of the computer can have dramatic effects on how the information is perceived and processed.  I believe research should be continued on how the interactions between each of these theories can better be understood so the learner has the best opportunities to learn.


References:

Kerr, B. (2007, January 1). _isms as filter, not blinker [Web log post]. Retrieved from http://billkerr2.blogspot.com/2007/01/isms-as-filter-not-blinker.html

Kapp, K. (2007, January 2). Out and about: Discussion on educational schools of thought [Web log post]. Retrieved from http://www.kaplaneduneering.com/kappnotes/index.php/2007/01/out-and-about-discussion-on-educational/