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The Role of Retrieval Practice in Learning

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The Role of Retrieval Practice in Learning

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While this video doesn't explicitly mention cognitivism, it gives a good explanation of the importance that retrieval and practicing recall has on learning, which from my understanding forms the basis of cognitive learning theory. I also found his comments about how the negative perception of testing has lead to a reduction in opportunities to practice recollection interesting. (Marissa B.)

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What are the factors that influence how we retain knowledge? Is it simply a function of understanding – that is, the better our understanding of the topic, the more likely we are to retain knowledge of it - or is there more to it than that? I am a teacher who has been wrestling with this question fo…

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Cognitive Psychology and Learning Principles

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Cognitive Psychology and Learning Principles

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This 2015 article by Dani B. Cook and Kevin M. Klipfel uses findings from cognitive psychology to propose five principles for learning information literacy: create a problem context, do less, build a narrative, focus on deep structure, and active learning is practice of deep structure. Much of these principles to me seem to focus on schema building by helping students identify categories and connections. (Marissa B.)

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This brief article discusses some ideas from cognitive science that are beneficial when structuring lesson plans. One thing that stood out to me as particularly helpful is the relationship between a student's current amount of subject knowledge and the burden that the lesson places on their working memory. In brief, newer subjects require a larger amount of working memory and therefore students will reach cognitive overload sooner. I think this concept poses challenges for information literacy instruction given that so much of this instruction occurs in one-shot lessons where instructors are required to cover a large amount of content. (Marissa B.)

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Alahmad, M. (2020). Strengths and weaknesses of cognitive theory. Budapest International Research and Critics Institute-Journal (BIRCI-Journal), 3(3), 1584-1593.

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Alahmad, M. (2020). Strengths and weaknesses of cognitive theory. Budapest International Research and Critics Institute-Journal (BIRCI-Journal), 3(3), 1584-1593.

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This article goes into depth about the development of cognitivism as a theory starting with Jean Piaget, its similarities to other educational theories, and its various strengths, weaknesses, and blindspots. Overall, I find this to be a good overview of its origins, and puts into perspective its relation with other related theories, while differentiating them for an introductory learner (such as myself). (Savannah K.)

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Strengths and Weaknesses of Cognitive Theory | Semantic Scholar

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This paper focuses on strengths and weaknesses of the Cognitive Theory. Many theories have been proposed over the years to explain the developmental changes that people undergo over the course of their lives. These theories differ in the conceptions of human nature they adopt and in what they regard to be the basic causes and mechanisms of human motivation and behavior. Piaget’s theory of cognitive development explains how a child constructs a mental model of the world. He disagreed with the idea that intelligence was a fixed trait, and regarded cognitive development as a process which occurs due to biological maturation and interaction with the environment. Cognitive learning theory is best used to guide learning when trying to build usefulness Knowledge structures, and clinical reasoning teaching. The theory suggests that Clinical exercise is crucial to the organization of Memory Knowledge and Recall Facilitation. This means teachers will be expected to be aware of prior clinical experiences of the learner before assessing the learner’s experience Powerful performance.

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Ertmer, P. A. & Newby, T. J. (2013). Behaviorism, cognitivism, constructivism: Comparing critical features from an instructional design perspective. Performance Improvement Quarterly, 26(2), 43-71.

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Ertmer, P. A. & Newby, T. J. (2013). Behaviorism, cognitivism, constructivism: Comparing critical features from an instructional design perspective. Performance Improvement Quarterly, 26(2), 43-71.

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This article does a very good job in comparing and contrasting the three listed theories in: how does learning occur; which factors influence learning; what is the role of memory; how does transfer occur; what types of learning are best explained by this position; and what basic assumptions/principles are relevant to instructional design. A very thorough, in-depth analysis of how the three theories differ, while incorporating the aspect of how they may be applied in an instructional, practical way. (Savannah K.)

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Includes a very interesting theory from Atkinson and Shiffrin (1968) describing the "human computer" mind of how the sensory registers, short-term memory, long term memory, and responses to the environment are all related, with a neat, rather complicated graphic. Also lists a number of practical applications of cognitivism within the classroom that can be applied for both younger and older learners. (Savannah K.)

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This open access book titled Teaching in a Digital Age by Tony Bates, provides a chapter on cognitivism. I find that this adds to the discussion by bringing in the differences that the digital age has brought to instruction. Figure 2.4.3 also provides an intriguing breakdown of the cognitive domain. (Anna W)

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An obvious criticism of behaviourism is that it treats humans as a black box, where inputs into the black box, and outputs from the black box, are known and measurable, but what goes on inside the black box is ignored or not considered of interest. However, humans have the ability for conscious thought, decision-making, emotions, and the ability to express ideas through social discourse, all of which are highly significant for learning. Thus we will likely get a better understanding of learning if we try to find out what goes on inside the black box.

Cognitivists therefore have focused on identifying mental processes - internal and conscious representations of the world - that they consider are essential for human learning. Fontana ( 1981) summarises the cognitive approach to learning as follows:

' The cognitive approach ... holds that if we are to understand learning we cannot confine ourselves to observable behaviour, but must also concern ourselves with the learner's ability mentally to re-organize his psychological field (i.e. his inner world of concepts, memories, etc.) in response to experience. This latter approach therefore lays stress not only on the environment, but upon the way in which the individual interprets and tries to make sense of the environment. It sees the individual not as the somewhat mechanical product of his environment, but as an active agent in the learning process, deliberately trying to process and categorize the stream of information fed into him by the external world. ' (p. 148)

Thus the search for rules, principles or relationships in processing new information, and the search for meaning and consistency in reconciling new information with previous knowledge, are key concepts in cognitive psychology. Cognitive psychology is concerned with identifying and describing mental processes that affect learning, thinking and behaviour, and the conditions that influence those mental processes.

2.4.2 Cognitivist learning theory

The most widely used theories of cognitivism in education are based on Bloom's taxonomies of learning objectives (Bloom et al., 1956), which are related to the development of different kinds of learning skills, or ways of learning. Bloom and his colleagues claimed that there are three important domains of learning:

cognitive (thinking)

affective (feeling)

psycho-motor (doing).

Cognitivism focuses on the 'thinking' domain. In more recent years, Anderson and Krathwohl (2000) have slightly modified Bloom et al.'s original taxonomy, adding 'creating' new knowledge:

Bloom et al. also argued that there is a hierarchy of learning, meaning that learners need to progress through each of the levels, from remembering through to evaluating/creating. As psychologists delve deeper into each of these cognitive activities to understand the underlying mental processes, it becomes an increasingly reductionist exercise (see Figure 2.4.3 below).

2.4.3 Applications of cognitivist learning theory

Cognitive approaches to learning, with a focus on comprehension, abstraction, analysis, synthesis, generalization, evaluation, decision-making, problem-solving and creative thinking, seem to fit much better with higher education than behaviourism, but even in school/k-12 education, a cognitivist approach would mean for instance focusing on teaching learners how to learn, on developing stronger or new mental processes for future learning, and on developing deeper and constantly changing understanding of concepts and ideas.

Cognitive approaches to learning cover a very wide range. At the objectivist end, cognitivists consider basic mental processes to be genetic or hard-wired, but can be programmed or modified by external factors, such as new experiences. Early cognitivists in particular were interested in the concept of mind as computer, and more recently brain research has led to a search for linking cognition to the development and reinforcement of neural networks in the brain.

In terms of practice, this concept of mind as computer has led to several technology-based developments in teaching, including:

intelligent tutoring systems, a more refined version of teaching machines, based on breaking down learning into a series of manageable steps, and analysing learners' responses to direct them to the most appropriate next step. Adaptive learning is the latest extension of such developments;

artificial intelligence, which seeks to represent in computer software the mental processes used in human learning (which of course if successful would result in computers replacing many human activities - such as teaching, if learning is considered in an objectivist framework);

pre-determined learning outcomes, based on an analysis and development of different kinds of cognitive activities, such as comprehension, analysis, synthesis, and evaluation;

problem-based learning, based on an analysis of the thinking processes successful problem-solvers use to solve problems;

instructional design approaches that attempt to manage the design of teaching to ensure successful achievement of pre-determined learning outcomes or objectives.

Cognitivists have increased our understanding of how humans process and make sense of new information, how we access, interpret, integrate, process, organize and manage knowledge, and have given us a better understanding of the conditions that affect learners' mental states.

References

Anderson, L. and Krathwohl, D. (eds.) (2001). A Taxonomy for Learning, Teaching, and Assessing: A Revision of Bloom's Taxonomy of Educational Objectives New York: Longman

Atherton J. S. (2013) Learning and Teaching; Bloom's taxonomy, retrieved 7 May 2019

Bloom, B. S.; Engelhart, M. D.; Furst, E. J.; Hill, W. H.; Krathwohl, D. R . (1956). Taxonomy of educational objectives: The classification of educational goals. Handbook I: Cognitive domain. New York: David McKay Company

Fontana, D. (1981) Psychology for Teachers London: Macmillan/British Psychological Society

Activity 2.4 Defining the limits of cognitivism

1. What areas of knowledge do you think would be best 'taught' or learned through a cognitivist approach?

2. What areas of knowledge do you think would NOT be appropriately taught through a cognitiv ist approach?

3. What are your reasons?

Feedback to come

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Teaching in a Digital Age - Second Edition

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An obvious criticism of behaviourism is that it treats humans as a black box, where inputs into the black box, and outputs from the black box, are known and measurable, but what goes on inside the black box is ignored or not considered of interest.

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This infographic is posted on the blog of a learning experience designer (linked above). I like the way it makes clear the essence of cognitivism, and compares it to other learning theories in a simple and easy to understand manner. (Anna W)

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While this video provides another overview of what cognitivism is, it also elaborates on the pertinent aspects of information processing, schemas, and attention and memory. The last two minutes also elaborate on the important criticisms of cognitivism. (Anna W)

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The video gives a nice intro regarding cognitivism, a theory about how people learn. It specifically focuses on how the mind works, including thinking, remembering, and solving problems. The mind is viewed as an information processor similar to a computer. Unlike behaviorism, which focuses on actions, cognitivism studies what happens inside the brain. It says learning is about taking in and organizing information, and the video briefly introduces these ideas. (Mirko)

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Breakdown on the Cognitivism Learning Theory

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This article from the University of Phoenix explains how people learn by processing/organizing information in their minds. It focuses on understanding, remembering, and problem-solving not just memorizing the facts. The theory suggests that learning happens best when people actively engage with information, connect it to what they already know, and apply it in real life. The article also mentioned different strategies, like asking questions, breaking down complex ideas, and using real-world examples to improve learning. One strategy I liked was the "Think-Aloud" strategy and that's when a teacher mentions their experiences with the topic, encourages students to think of their own experiences, and then asks them to share with each other. (Mirko)

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Cognitive Learning Theory: Definition & Examples | University of Phoenix

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Cognitive learning theory, which focuses on the internal processes surrounding information and memory, is one of the most adaptable of the five major learning theories. Read on to learn how understanding cognitive learning can help educators and students alike.

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I think this article does a great job explaining Cognitivism and why it’s such a powerful learning theory. Three key mental processes involved in Cognitivism are memory, perception, and problem-solving. The theory was founded by Jean Piaget and Jerome Bruner. One part I found really interesting was the connection between playing games and cognitive load theory. It makes a lot of sense when you think about it, games require you to analyze situations, make smart decisions, and react quickly, all of which engage cognitive processes. (Mirko)

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The core belief of cognitivism is that the way people process and store information is key to understanding how they learn. This theory can be applied to the classroom in many ways, such as through the use of Pros online spss tutors, who can help students gain a better understanding of the material. This means that the focus of the theory is on understanding how people think, rather than on focusing on behavior or teaching methods. Cognitivism holds that learning is an active process, which involves making connections between new information and what we already know. One of the key principles of cognitivism is that people are able to construct their own knowledge based on their experiences and what they already know.

This means that the learner takes an active role in their learning, rather than passively accepting information from a teacher. This view of learning puts a lot of emphasis on understanding how people think, remember, and make decisions. Another key principle of cognitivism is that learning occurs through the use of mental processes such as problem-solving, reasoning, and decision-making. These processes allow us to make sense of the world around us and to take in new information. This means that learners must be actively engaged in the learning process in order to gain a deep understanding of the material.

Cognitivism also emphasizes the importance of feedback and self-regulation in learning. Feedback helps learners understand their performance and identify areas for improvement. Self-regulation allows learners to assess their own progress, which can help them stay motivated and on track with their goals.

Cognitivism differs from other learning theories

in several key ways. For example, behaviorism focuses on the external environment and behavior modification, while cognitivism focuses on the internal mental processes involved in learning.

Additionally, while behaviorism focuses on observable behaviors, cognitivism focuses on the underlying mental processes that drive those behaviors.

Cognitivism is an important learning theory

because it emphasizes the importance of understanding how people think and learn. This knowledge can be used to create more effective learning experiences for students by taking into account their unique cognitive styles and needs. Additionally, this knowledge can help teachers create more meaningful lessons that engage learners and help them understand material more deeply.

Cognitivism

is a major learning theory that focuses on how people process information and acquire knowledge. This article will explore the core principles of cognitivism, as well as its implications for teaching and learning.

We'll also cover how cognitivism differs from other learning theories, and why it is so important. This means that the focus of the theory is on understanding how people think, rather than on focusing on behavior or teaching methods. This view of learning puts a lot of emphasis on understanding how people think, remember, and make decisions. Another key principle of cognitivism is that learning occurs through the use of mental processes such as problem-solving, reasoning, and decision-making.

Cognitivism also emphasizes the importance of feedback and self-regulation in learning. Self-regulation allows learners to assess their own progress, which can help them stay motivated and on track with their goals. Cognitivism differs from other learning theories in several key ways. Additionally, while behaviorism focuses on observable behaviors, cognitivism focuses on the underlying mental processes that drive those behaviors.

Cognitivism

is an important learning theory because it emphasizes the importance of understanding how people think and learn. Additionally, this knowledge can help teachers create more meaningful lessons that engage learners and help them understand material more deeply.

The Importance of Cognitivism

Cognitivism is an important learning theory as it helps us to understand the different ways in which individuals process and acquire knowledge.

By understanding how people learn, we can create effective educational strategies that are tailored to their individual needs and abilities. In addition, cognitivism can help us to identify and address potential sources of learning difficulties, as well as provide insights into potential solutions. Cognitivism is also important because it can help us to develop more effective teaching strategies. By understanding the cognitive processes involved in learning, teachers can create lessons that are better suited to their students' needs. This can help to ensure that students are able to achieve their desired outcomes, while also providing them with the necessary tools to become successful learners.

Finally, cognitivism is important because it provides us with a better understanding of how our brains learn and store information. By understanding this process, we can develop more effective methods of teaching and learning that are better suited to our individual needs and preferences.

How Cognitivism Differs from Other Learning Theories

Cognitivism is a major learning theory that focuses on how people process information and acquire knowledge. It differs from other theories such as behaviorism in several key ways.

Behaviorism is a school of thought developed by John B. Watson and popularized by B.F. Skinner, which emphasizes the study of observable behavior. Behaviorism assumes that individuals are passive recipients of external stimuli, and that behavior can be modified through rewards and punishments.

Cognitivism, on the other hand, is based on the idea that learning is an active process of constructing knowledge. It emphasizes the importance of internal mental processes, such as thinking, problem solving, and decision making. Cognitivism also puts greater emphasis on individual differences in learning styles and strategies. Another key difference between cognitivism and behaviorism is the role of motivation.

Behaviorists believe that motivation is largely extrinsic, while cognitivists view motivation as a more complex phenomenon that involves both external and internal factors. For instance, cognitivists may argue that a student's intrinsic interest in a topic is as important as external rewards for motivating learning. Finally, cognitivism and behaviorism differ in their approach to understanding the nature of knowledge. Behaviorists view knowledge as a set of behaviors that can be acquired through practice and repetition, whereas cognitivists view knowledge as a set of mental structures that are constructed through active cognitive processes such as problem solving and reflection.

Key Principles of Cognitivism

Cognitivism is a major learning theory that focuses on how people process and acquire knowledge. It is based on the idea that learning is an active process, where learners are actively involved in the learning process. This section will outline the key principles of cognitivism, including the active role of learners, mental processes involved in learning, feedback and self-regulation. At the core of cognitivism lies the belief that learners play an active role in the learning process. In contrast to behaviorism, which views learners as passive recipients of stimuli, cognitivism posits that learners actively seek out information, make sense of it, and construct their own understanding.

This means that learners are not simply responding to external stimuli, but are actively engaging in their own learning. Cognitivism also emphasizes the importance of mental processes in learning. According to cognitivism, learners are constantly engaged in cognitive activities such as problem-solving, memory retrieval and decision-making. These activities are essential for effective learning, as they help learners to make sense of new information and develop deeper understanding. Feedback is another key principle of cognitivism. Feedback provides learners with information about their performance and helps them adjust their behavior accordingly.

This can take the form of verbal feedback, written feedback or even non-verbal cues. Feedback can also help learners monitor their progress and self-regulate their learning. Finally, self-regulation is an important principle of cognitivism. Self-regulation involves learners setting goals, monitoring their progress and adjusting their strategies accordingly. This helps learners become more independent and self-directed in their learning.

Key Principles of Cognitivism

Cognitivism is a learning theory that emphasizes the role of the learner in the learning process.

It focuses on how learners process information and acquire knowledge, and it has several key principles that define its approach. The first key principle of cognitivism is that learners are actively involved in their own learning. This means that learners are not passive recipients of information, but rather they are active participants in the learning process. They are responsible for selecting and organizing information, as well as for monitoring and regulating their own learning. The second key principle of cognitivism is that mental processes are involved in learning. This means that learners must engage in mental activities such as problem-solving, reasoning, and decision-making in order to acquire knowledge.

These mental processes are essential for successful learning and understanding. The third key principle of cognitivism is that feedback is important for learning. It also allows them to assess their progress and make corrections if necessary. Finally, cognitivism emphasizes the importance of self-regulation. Self-regulation involves setting goals, monitoring progress, and making adjustments as needed in order to achieve desired outcomes. This helps learners stay motivated and engaged in the learning process.

How Cognitivism Differs from Other Learning Theories

Cognitivism is a major learning theory that focuses on how people process information and acquire knowledge.

This theory differs from Behaviorism, which focuses on external behaviors and the environment to explain learning. Whereas Behaviorism looks at external stimuli as the cause of behavior, Cognitivism looks at internal cognitive processes as the cause of behavior. Cognitivism emphasizes the learner's active role in the learning process, focusing on cognitive processes such as attention, memory, problem-solving, and decision-making. It views learning as the result of an interaction between a person's existing knowledge and the new experiences they encounter.

This contrast with Behaviorism, which views learning as a passive process that occurs through external stimuli and reinforcement. Cognitivism also differs from Behaviorism in its focus on the inner workings of the mind and its emphasis on understanding how people learn. This theory does not emphasize the external environment as much as Behaviorism does, but instead focuses on understanding the internal processes of the mind. This includes understanding how people process information, store it in memory, and use it to make decisions.

Cognitivism is important because it recognizes the complexity of human learning and emphasizes the learner's active involvement in the learning process. By understanding how people process information and acquire knowledge, teachers can create more effective learning experiences for their students. Cognitivism is an important learning theory that has implications for teaching and learning. It emphasizes understanding how people think and learn, which can help create more effective learning experiences that take into account learners' individual cognitive styles and needs.

Additionally, cognitivism differs from other learning theories and can help teachers create more meaningful lessons that engage learners and help them understand material more deeply.

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Discover what cognitivism is, how it works and why it's an important learning theory

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This Cardiff Metropolitan University Library page provides a basic description of cognitivism and hosts several short videos and podcast excerpts to explore Vygotsky's theory of cognitive development which applies to cognitivist learning theory. The overview on the page emphasizes the overlapping of cognitivism and constructivism in learning theory. I Like this because I find it hard to fully separate the learning theories as they all seem apply during learning in some ways. This bullet point explanation helped me see how the cognitivist and constructionist theories are different and similar. - Chris Campbell

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Educational Philosophy of Cognitivism - what it looks like in a kindergarten classroom

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This is also linked at the bottom of the CMU Library page on cognitivism: https://library.cardiffmet.ac.uk/learning/learning_theories/cognitivism

This short podcast recording is helpful because the author offers a few examples of teaching strategies used based on cognitivist theory to help students learn. She asks her son's about their kindergarten experiences and how their teacher helps them to build their own knowledge in a way that does not leave them guessing or getting too frustrated. The examples are helpful since much of what we have been reading so far is theoretical and concrete examples of how the theory can be used in instructional design helps solidify some understanding of the theory. - Chris Campbell

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Application of cognitivism to a lesson in a classroom

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I grabbed another video from my original webpage on cognitivism because I think the examples of cognitive theory applied to a learning exercise is helpful to understand how it relates to the lessons we will be creating on informational literacy. It is a bite size bit to help understand the concept, chunked if you want to look at it that way.

- Chris Campbell

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This page is posted by a learning solutions company who help other companies with their learning and training needs. This directly applies to literacy instruction especially for adults. Near the bottom of the page they discuss the limitations of cognitive learning theory with the fact that it does not fully address the social and emotional parts of the human experience of learning and the need for differentiation because of the fact that all learners are different and come with different background knowledge. - Chris Campbell

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Cognitivism: Your Guide to Cognitive Learning Theory

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Cognitive learning theory helps us to understand how we process information. It’s a vital tool for learning professionals. Let’s explore!