Are you looking to take your teaching or Instruction Design to the next level? Do you want to learn how to create engaging and practical lessons that genuinely resonate with your learners? Look no further than our comprehensive guide to learning theories.
In this series of videos, we will explore some of our time’s most influential and impactful learning theories. We cover everything from the classic ADDIE, Bloom’s Revised Taxonomy, and Gagne models to more modern approaches like design thinking and discovery-based learning.
Our videos will guide you through each theory step-by-step, explaining the key concepts, principles, and strategies that underpin each approach. You’ll understand how learning theories work and how they can be applied in your classroom, web-based training, or teaching practice.
Whether you’re a seasoned instructor looking to refresh your learning strategies or a new Instructional Designer looking to build a strong foundation, this series has something for everyone. Also, explore our Instructional Design and eLearning Courses on Udemy.
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ADDIE
ADDIE is the classic instructional design model used to create effective training programs. ADDIE stands for Analysis, Design, Develop, Implement, Evaluate.
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Gagne's Nine Events of Instruction
Gagne’s Nine Events of Instructions is one of the major learning theories that provide a step-by-step approach to designing lessons that engage learners.
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ARCS and Merrill's Principles of Instruction
- ARCS is a motivational model that helps instructors create engaging learning environments.
- Merrill’s Principles of Instruction is a framework for designing instruction that is grounded in real-world problem-solving
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Bloom's Taxonomy
Benjamin Bloom devised Bloom’s Taxonomy and has been popularly used to write course objectives.
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Bloom's Revised Taxonomy
Bloom’s Revised Taxonomy is a hierarchical model of learning that focuses on developing critical thinking skills.
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Situated Cognition Theory
Situated Cognition Theory is a learning theory that emphasizes the importance of context and real-world application.
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Design Thinking and ADDIE
Combining Design Thinking and ADDIE can offer you a combo of two powerful models to create truly practical learning experiences.
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Discovery-based Learning
Discovery-based Learning is one of the student-centred learning theories that encourages exploration and discovery.
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Sociocultural Learning Theory
Sociocultural Learning Theory is a model that emphasizes the importance of social and cultural context in learning.
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Elaboration Theory
Elaboration Theory is a model that focuses on how to help learners develop a deeper understanding of new concepts.
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Individualized Instruction Theory
Individualized Instruction Theory is a model that emphasizes personalized learning and individualized instruction.
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