The Cognitive
Learning Theory explains why the brain is the most incredible network of
information processing and interpretation in the body as we learn things. Dr.
Orey talked about the three different stages of information processing which
are, sensory input of information or receiving the information, then it goes
into short-term memory, and then once processed deep enough, it gets stored
into the long-term memory (Laureate Education, n.d.). The cognitive
learning theory addresses the need for making connections with information in
order to recall it later.
According to Dr.
Orey cognitive tools have several roles and "their roles allow students to
interact with information in order to acquire, synthesize, create, and share
new knowledge" (Orey, 2001). Therefore, the cognitive learning process
allows for students to acquire the information in various ways and by
"integrating multiple senses in presentations improve learning." (Laureate
Education, Inc., 2001”.
"The
instructional strategy cues, questions, and advance organizers focuses on
enhancing students' ability to retrieve, use and organize information about a
topic" (Pitler, Hubbell, Kuhn, & Malenoski, 2012). This is just one
example of a cognitive strategy to use within the classroom. Cueing,
questioning and creating advance organizers is another way to help students
activate multiple senses and make connections in their brain. They will be able
to use their prior knowledge and build upon that knowledge to acquire new
information, helping students understand the material more effectively because
it will be presented and provided in various ways giving students more
opportunities to understand it. One last strategy to utilize within the
classroom is summarizing, when summarizing one needs to understand what they
have read, heard, or learned in order to be able to put it in their own words (Pitler,
Hubbell, Kuhn, & Malenoski, 2012).
References:
Laureate Education
(Producer). (n.d.). Cognitive learning theories [Video file].
Retrieved from https://class.waldenu.edu
Laureate Education
(Producer). (n.d.). Spotlight on technology: Virtual field trips [Video
file]. Retrieved from https://class.waldenu.edu
Orey, M. (Ed.). (2001). Emerging
perspectives on learning, teaching, and technology. Retrieved from http://epltt.coe.uga.edu/index.php?title=Main_Page
Pitler, H., Hubbell, E. R.,
& Kuhn, M. (2012). Using technology with classroom instruction that
works (2nd ed.). Alexandria, VA: ASCD
Michele,
ReplyDeleteI agree that using cognitive instructional strategies is effective for helping students activate multiple senses and make connections that add to students’ prior knowledge. I believe that utilizing a variety of techniques that allow students to use verbal, visual, and kinesthetic senses helps them to make important connections that help transform short term memories to long term memories. How do you use cognitive instructional theories in your own classroom? Are there any examples that have proven to be more effective in practice than others?
Angela