Learning Theories 101

Learning theories...after this weeks assignments, it is clear that there is so much more knowledge than I imagined related to learning theories. Reading through some of the information links, some of the names were very familiar. I think going through a credentialing program, you might have heard of some of the learning theories, i.e. "Bloom's Taxonomy." Reading about these different learning theories really made me realize that there is so much more to know. Learning how people learn is such an integral part of teaching. This week was also a Nearpod focused week in a few of my classes. Using Nearpod as a learning tool helps to segment blocks of learning and to have a set plan for learning. As an instructional designer, using Nearpod allows you to plan out your lesson sequence considering the needs of your students. Going through this segment of assignments and readings really helped me to reflect and consider the ways I can adapt my instruction to be more effective and considerate. After this week, I feel overloaded with information, but am excited to continue to practice instructional design through the application of these learning theories.