Using Human Learning Strategies in the Classroom

by Taylor, George R.

• ISBN13: 9780810842106
• ISBN10: 0810842106
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2002-04-23
• Publisher: R&L Education

Summary

This book provides a realistic approach to applying human learning in the classroom. It's designed for the teacher who is aware of many different theories of learning and who might like to learn methods of transposing these theories to the classroom. No knowledge of any kind of psychological pedagogy is required. Professor Taylor's experience culled through over 30 years in the field combined with his flair for easily explaining complex matters, makes an invaluable reading experience for today's teacher.

Author Biography

George R. Taylor is a professor and the head of the Department of Special Education at Coppin State College and core faculty at the Union Institute. He received a bachelor's degree in elementary education in 1959 from Fayetteville State University and master's and doctoral degrees in educational psychology and special education in 1967 and 1969 from the Catholic University of America. He has written numerous articles for professional journals and has published many books

Table of Contents

Preface	v
Acknowledgments	vii
The Psychology of Human Learning	1	(16)
The Impact of Behaviorism on Learning Theories	17	(20)
Ivan P. Pavlov	37	(8)
Burrhus F. Skinner	45	(10)
Social Learning Theories	55	(19)
Application of Social Learning Theories	74	(19)
Direct Intervention Techniques for Teaching Social Skills	93	(18)
Cognitive Psychology	111	(14)
Cognitive Theories of Learning	125	(14)
Theory of Multiple Intelligences	139	(11)
Concept Learning	150	(8)
Critical Thinking and Problem Solving	158	(14)
Holistic Learning and Education	172	(13)
Reciprocal Teaching	185	(11)
Brain-Based Learning	196	(11)
Strategies for Improving Memory	207	(18)
Some Concluding Remarks	225	(6)
Glossary	231	(8)
Index	239	(6)
About the Author	245