Course Description
How learning and developmental theories define the teacher's role as instructional leader, how curricular materials might be designed and used, and student learning and motivation. Note: Same as TED 669.
Syllabus
Student Learning Outcomes, Goals, Objectives:
Students successfully completing this course will be able to:
- Describe, compare, and contrast the basic principles of several learning and developmental theories, such as:
- Behaviorism
- Cognitivism
- Constructivism
- Apply learning and developmental theories when designing lessons, teaching, and assessing student learning.
- Apply motivational theories to increase student engagement and improve learning.
- Describe ways to address accessibility and individual differences in lesson design, instruction, and assessment.
- Reflect on your own professional practice as an educator or instructional designer.
Course Grading Information:
| Activity/Performance Measure | Percentage/Points |
|---|---|
| Reading Reflections | 25% |
| Personal Connections Paper | 15% |
| Detailed Lesson Plan | 30% |
| Peer Review | 5% |
| Group Artifact | 15% |
| Participation | 10% |
Attendance/Participation:
Attendance/participation is not a graded component included in the student's final grade for this course.
Course Materials Purchased by the Students:
Fiorella, L., & Mayer, R. E. (2015). Learning as a Generative Activity. Required: Yes. Cost: Free as an eBook through the UNCG Library (physical copy is also available for purchase).
West, R. E. (2018). Foundations of Learning and Instructional Design Technology. Required: Yes. Cost: Free Open Educational Resource (OER) available on EdTechBooks.
Scholarly Perspectives
This course engages diverse scholarly perspectives to develop critical thinking, analysis, and debate and inclusion of a reading does not imply endorsement.