COGNITIVISM

By Cassie Trosvig

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What is Cognitivism?

How will Cognitivism fit

into my classroom?

How can you use

Cognitivism in the

classroom?

Who are the key figures

in Cognitivism?

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WHAT IS COGNITIVISM?

A learning theory that came into use

in the 1950’s.

The belief that the way people think

impacts their behavior and cannot be a

behavior in itself. Click the arrow to move on

WHAT IS COGNITIVISM?

A theory that attempts to answer how and

why people learn

Cognitivism follows the Behaviorist Theory,

but focuses more on what is going on in the

mind.

KEY FIGURES

Kurt LewinLewin developed field theory that learning is result of changes in cognitive structure, one’s

sense of belonging, and gain in muscle control.

KEY FIGURES

Jean Piaget

Piaget theorized that there are four stages of

cognitive development: Sensorimotor,

Preoperational, Concrete Operational, and

Formal Operational.

KEY FIGURES

Benjamin Bloom

Bloom identified six levels within the cognitive

domain, now known as Bloom’s Taxonomy.

KnowledgeComprehensionApplication

AnalysisSynthesisEvaluation

COGNITIVISM IN THE CLASSROOM

Cognitivism works under the assumption that

students learn best when they are engaged and

involved.

This learning theory can be used effectively in

the classroom when students are engaged in

realistic experiences, discussing content, and

experimenting.

COGNITIVISM IN THE CLASSROOM

Traditional Classroom Cognitivism Classroom

Students work primarily alone.

Students work mostly in groups.

Teacher’s role is directive, rooted in

authority.

Teacher’s role is interactive, rooted in

negotiation.

Learning is based on repetition.

Learning is interactive, building on what the student

already knows.

Traditional Classroom VS. Cognitivism Classroom

MY CLASSROOM

In my future classroom, I plan to use

Cognitivism in many ways. Here are a few

examples:• Using graphic organizers and concept maps to

incorporate pictures, text, sound bytes, and video clips.

• Using Microsoft Word to work together as a class to summarize information we have just learned.

MY CLASSROOM

In my classroom, I will also encourage my

students to learn from each other. I will strive to

act as a guide in learning and work to always adapt

my curriculum to my students’ needs.

I will take the time to understand each of my

students, and create a setting that promotes

learning.

SOURCES USED

Wikipedia

Cognitivism and Constructivism

Picture of Kurt Lewin

Textbook: Meece, J. L., & Daniels, D. H. (2007). Child and adolescent

development for educators. (3 ed.). Boston: McGraw-Hill Humanities/Social

Sciences/Languages.

My personal notes that I took during my Child and Adolescent Development

Class (Summer 2011)