Learning Theories Key Principles, Concepts,

and Events
Applications of Theory
Brain-Based Learning Creating a stimulating
learning environment that
is safe, social and
interactive is a key concept
to incorporating brain-
based learning principles
in an online course.
(Clemons, 2005).

Content should be
presented in a systematic
novel approach that
supports the brains ability
to formulate patterns
(Aziz-Ur-Rehman, 2011).

Cooperative learning
strategies support the
interpersonal and social
aspects of brain
development (Clemons,
2005).

Learners should examine
their own learning styles
or multiple intelligences in
order to understand how
they learn. (Duman, 2010).
Web 2.0 tools can offer a
stimulating variety that
engages both the left and
right hemispheres of the
brain.

Disseminating content into
smaller chunks using Web
2.0 tools to add novelty to
the content will support
learners ability to store
and retrieve new
information.

Create diversified
activities and assessments
that engage a learner in
seeing, thinking and doing
with respect to different
learning styles.

Incorporating group and
individual assignments
that allow for choices in
topics, group dynamics or
individual work can
support intrapersonal and
interpersonal growth
while fulfilling the
emotional and social
aspects of the brain.

Create self-reflective
assessments that support
the course objectives and
encourage learners to
examine personal growth
through incidental
learning experiences.
Team Potato Chips Matrix for Social Learning Theory and Brain-Based Learning

References:

Abbott, Lynda (nd). Social Learning Theory. The University of Texas at Austin, The
College of Education, Retrieved October 4, 2014 from
http://teachnet.edb.utexas.edu/~lynda_abbott/social.html

Social Learning Theory Learning occurs by
observing behavior, which
can come in the form of
modeling and reciprocal
determinism (Abbot, nd)

However learning can
occur without a behavior
change. Attention,
retention, reproduction
and motivation are
necessary modeling
conditions Van Wagner,
nd).

Applying modeled
behavior into images, and
text results in improved
retention rather than just
simply observing.
(Bandura, 1963)

Students are more likely to
implement a modeled
behavior if it results in
effects they value. (Miller,
1941)

Students are more likely to
embrace a modeled
behavior if the model is
similar to the observer and
has admired position and
the behavior has useful
value. (Bandura, 1963)
Students should
experience learning
through observing the
teacher using live
modeling, verbal
instructional modeling, or
symbolic modeling.

Group assignments such as
role-playing, debating,
think-pair-share and mind
maps are effective
applications.

Assessments can be
product based instead of
process based or peer
evaluations.

Making information
relevant to the student.
Personal needs of a
student met by
instructional activities.

Serving as models involve
actions and discussions
that deliver the values and
beliefs surrounding the
desired changes.
Aziz-Ur-Rehman, & Bokhari, M. (2011). Effectiveness of brain-based learning theory
at secondary level. International Journal of Academic Research. 3(4), 354-359.
Retrieved from http://eds.b.ebscohost.com.ezproxy.net.ucf.edu

Bandura, A. (1969). Principles of Behavior Modification. New York: Holt, Rinehart &
Winston.

Bandura, A. & Walters, R. (1963). Social Learning and Personality Development. New York: Holt,
Rinehart & Winston.

Clemons, S. A. (2005). Brain based learning: possible implications for online
instruction. International Journal of Instructional Technology & Distance
Learning. September 2005. Vol. 2, Number 9. Retrieved from
https://www.middlesex.mass.edu/ace/downloads/sept05bb.pdf

Duman, B. (2010). The effects of brain-based learning on the academic achievement
of students with different learning styles. Educational Sciences: Theory and
Practice, v10 n4 p2077-2103. Retrieved from http://eric.ed.gov

Miller, N. & Dollard, J. (1941). Social Learning and Imitation. New Haven, NJ: Yale
University Press.

Van Wagner, Kendra (nd). An Overview of Banduras Social Learning Theory.
Retrieved from http:// psychology.about.com