Module 2 Blog Post
This blog is my response after reading both articles
from Kerr and Kapp and Downe, discussion on cognitivism and behaviorism. There
are still different views on how these learning theories should be addressed in
a school environment. Based on the
articles opinions are stated on the different -isms and how learning occurs in
the classroom. I have been teaching for
four years and I believe that all three work together. Kapp stated in his response to cognitivism “I
have always depicted cognitivism as a response to behaviourism and also as a
philosophy of learning and of mind to which I stand essentially opposed (Kapp,
2007).” A students behavior does affect
how they learn. I have worked with
students who were honors, regular education students and those who are in the
alternative school setting. I believe
that all theories occur in the classroom it depends on the students that are
present. “Since no two people are alike,
we will never get to a point where one -ism will serve all (Kerr, 2007).”
Reference
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/
I responded to these peers:
