Gagné’s instructional theory: This theory assumes the CIP model and further suggests that the learning atmosphere (conditions of learning) can affect the type of learning performed. Thus, instructional methods must be geared toward the individual student’s needs.

 

Example: If I am to teach Jonas how use an iPad and I know he already has knowledge on how to use an iPhone I do not need to teach him the basics of iOS and instead focus on what differentiates the difference between an iPad and an iPhone.   

 

Resources:

http://home.gwu.edu/~mcorry/corry1.htm

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HV68X84xDpM

 

Genetic Epistemology: The study of how knowledge is first acquired or the roots of knowledge. Cognitive structures are examined in this study.

 

Example: One famous researcher on this subject was Jean Piaget who examined child development.

 

Resources:

http://www.instructionaldesign.org/theories/genetic-epistemology.html

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JT3Jf_henaY

 

Goal-directed behavior: behavior that is performed for the purpose of specific end results

 

Example: I want to get a good grade in Dr. Bonk’s P540 course so I spend countless hours reading the materials he assigns, watching his online videos, and creating projects that highlight what I have learned. The goal of getting a good grade supports my behavior of intense studying.

 

Resources:

http://psychologydictionary.org/goal-directed-behavior/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YXSIz58LRTo