[Session 8] Three Major Trends of Learning Psychology (2)
"Cognitivism: Advanced organizers and schema theory"

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1. Top page of [Session 8] (You are here.)

2. Introduction

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3. Advanced organizers (Ausubel)

4. Schema theory

5. Schema or context?

6. Materials for reference

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7. Posting on Discussion Board and mutual commenting
  [Task 8] (which corresponds to Assignment 3)

Posting comments on the Discussion Board
 Look for something that was created by applying the research outcome of "cognitive psychology" in educational programs or learning environments around you, and explain it to us. In your explanation, be sure to use technical terms or concepts you are leaning in this Session. In addition, comment mutually on its merits and demerits.

How to submit comments
 Start your own thread and post your opinions freely. They are subject to mutual commenting.

Mutual commenting
 Make a comment on other participants' opinions on the Discussion Board. Choose an opinion or opinions on which to comment at your own discretion.