Psychology of learning

The psychology of learning refers to theories and research on how individuals learn. There are many theories of learning. Some take on a more behaviorist approach which focuses on inputs and reinforcements.[1][2][3] Other approaches, such as neuroscience and social cognition, focus more on how the brain's organization and structure influence learning. Some psychological approaches, such as social constructivism, focus more on one's interaction with the environment and with others.[2][4] Other theories, such as those related to motivation, like the growth mindset, focus more on individuals' perceptions of ability.

Extensive research has looked at how individuals learn, both inside and outside the classroom.[5]

  1. ^ Illeris, Knud (2018). "An overview of the history of learning theory". European Journal of Education. 53 (1): 86–101. doi:10.1111/ejed.12265.
  2. ^ a b Schunk, Dale H. (2012). Learning theories : an educational perspective (6th ed.). Boston: Pearson. ISBN 978-0-13-707195-1. OCLC 688559444.
  3. ^ Coon, Dennis; Mitterer, John O. (2012). Psychology: Modules for Active Learning (12th ed.). Australia: Wadsworth. ISBN 978-1-111-34286-9. OCLC 651909049.
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  5. ^ Ormrod, Jeanne Ellis; Jones, Brett D. (2018). Essentials of Educational Psychology: Big Ideas to Guide Effective Teaching (Fifth ed.). New York. ISBN 978-0-13-489498-0. OCLC 959080826.{{cite book}}: CS1 maint: location missing publisher (link)