Module 2 - Learner-Centered Psychological Principles
Module 2 - Learner-Centered Psychological Principles
CENTERED
PSYCHOLOGICAL
PRINCIPLES
Facilitating Learner-Centered Teaching
The 14 Learner-Centered Psychological Principles, as outlined by
the American Psychological Association, emphasize the
importance of considering individual differences, promoting
motivation, and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Alexander and will influence new learning specifically on how he represents new
information, makes associations, and filters new experiences.
Murphy gave a
2. Strategic processing and control. Learners can develop skills
summary of the
to reflect and regulate their thoughts and behaviors to learn more
14 principles effectively (metacognition).
and distilled 3. Motivation and affect. Factors such as intrinsic motivation
them into five (from within), reasons for wanting to learn, personal goals, and
enjoyment of learning tasks all have a crucial role in the learning
areas:
process.
Alexander and
4. Development and Individual Differences. Learning is a
Murphy gave a unique journey for each person because each learner has his own