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Social Learning Theories

The document discusses various learning theories, including Behaviorism, Cognitive Learning Theory, and Social Learning Theory (SLT), highlighting their differences and implications for teaching and learning. SLT, developed by Albert Bandura, emphasizes learning through observation and imitation, with factors influencing model effectiveness outlined. Critiques of SLT point out its neglect of individuality, context, and the role of emotions in the learning process.

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Social Learning Theories

The document discusses various learning theories, including Behaviorism, Cognitive Learning Theory, and Social Learning Theory (SLT), highlighting their differences and implications for teaching and learning. SLT, developed by Albert Bandura, emphasizes learning through observation and imitation, with factors influencing model effectiveness outlined. Critiques of SLT point out its neglect of individuality, context, and the role of emotions in the learning process.

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Theories of learning

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XHIhkM1cAv4
Learning Theory

▪ Behaviorism
▪ Cognitive Learning Theory
▪ Social Learning Theory
Think: The role of teachers in
each theory ?
Think: The role of learners in
each theory ?
Think: Errors in each theory ?
Practice in each theory ?
Syllabus in each theory ?
Remember

The main difference between behavioral


and cognitive learning theories is that
behavioral learning theory only focuses on
external observable behavior while
cognitive learning theory focuses on
internal mental processes.
Learning Theory

▪ Social Learning Theory


Social Learning Theory (SLT)
• Grew out of Cognitivism

• A. Bandura (1973)

• Learning takes place through observation and sensorial


experiences

• Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery

• SLT is the basis of the movement against violence in media &


video games
Social Learning Theory
Learning From Models -
Albert Bandura
1. Attend to pertinent clues
2. Code for memory (store a visual image)
3. Retain in memory
4. Accurately reproduce the observed
activity
5. Possess sufficient motivation to apply
new learning
Social Learning Theory
Research indicates that the following factors
influence the strength of learning from models:

1. How much power the model seems to have


2. How capable the model seems to be
3. How nurturing (caring) the model seems to be
4. How similar the learner perceives self and
model
5. How many models the learner observes
Social Learning Theory
Four interrelated processes establish and
strengthen identification with the model:

1. Children want to be like the model


2. Children believe they are like the
model
3. Children experience emotions like
those the model is feeling.
4. Children act like the model.
Social Learning Theory
Through identification, children come to believe they have the
same characteristics as the model.

When they identify with a nurturant and


competent model, children feel pleased and
proud.
When they identify with an inadequate model,
children feel unhappy and insecure.
SLT in the Classroom
• Collaborative learning and
group work

• Modeling responses and


expectations

• Opportunities to observe
experts in action
Critiques of Social Learning
Theory
• Does not take into account individuality, context, and experience
as mediating factors

• Suggests students learn best as passive receivers of sensory


stimuli, as opposed to being active learners

• Emotions and motivation not considered important or connected


to learning
■Sources:

• facultyweb.anderson.edu/~jhaukerman/Learning%20Theory.ppt
• Matthew D. Laliberte
www.nercomp.org/data/media/A%20Brief%20History%20of%20L
earning%20Theory.ppt
• Michael A. Lorber, Ph.D.
www.learningtechnologies.ac.uk/.../PROJECT/resources/Learning
%20Theory/Resources/learning%20theories.ppt
• www.dcs.bbk.ac.uk/selene/reports/SeLeNe1.2.ppt

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