Section 2: Theories and Models of Learning and Instruction.

Learning goal: Students will learn how to keep a frozen object frozen the longest before it melts using different forms of insulating objects.  Students will work in groups to make a container that will keep a Popsicle frozen the longest.  They will have different materials to choose from.  Every five minutes they can check their Popsicle to see if it is still frozen.  

Schema Theory and Cognitive Load Theory:

They could use what they already know about keeping objects cold and build from that knowledge.  

Behavioral Learning Theory:

The students will learn from trial and error to get the best outcome.  They will be motivated by competition and  a reward at the completion of the lesson.  The students will work in a group and learn from each other.  

Reference website for Gagne’s Nine Events of Instruction:

http://edutechwiki.unige.ch/en/Nine_events_of_instruction

Information Communication Technology

Attention:

I would grab their attention by showing different kinds of technology and what they can do.

Relevance:

I would show them that the technology they are using can be used to create different things.

Confidence:

I would lead by example.

Satisfaction:

The students will be rewarded upon completing projects and they will see the benefits of learning about new technology.

• Finally, after completing these activities, discuss the benefits of engaging in design research.

There are many benefits for design research.  In education when a teacher is planning for a lesson it is good to have a model to go by for the students to be successful learners.  The more the teacher is aware of the different learning theories, the more likely it is for the students to be successful.