Activities and Learning Theory

Listed below are basic principles for effective learning put forth by highly esteemed learning theorists and widely accepted by contemporary pedagogical experts.

• More successful learning occurs when the presentation method matches the person’s individual learning style.
• Interactive learning experiences are generally more effective than passive learning experiences.
• Optimal learning occurs when material is presented at a rate matched to the needs of the individual student.
• Some people require more repetition than others for successful learning to take place.
• Self-directed learning activities have the potential to result in a stronger learning outcome than teacher-directed activities.

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