The document summarizes the Cognitive Learning Theory, outlining its origins in response to limitations of behaviorist approaches. It discusses Albert Bandura's work on reciprocal determinism and modeling steps. Finally, it describes the three-stage learning process model involving the sensory register, short-term memory, and long-term memory, emphasizing the importance of engaging learners to move information from short-term to long-term storage.

1. The Cognitive Learning Theory: Explored Created by: Ann Shen and Lindsay Crawford July 6th, 2011

2. Central Idea:

5. 1920s – Edward Tolman – rats in a maze

6. 1950s – Albert Bandura

7. Reciprocal determinism

8. Modeling Steps

9. “Social Learning and Personality Development”

11. Organize from simplest to the most complex

12. Consider your learners’ prior knowledge on the subject matter (schema)

13. Include visuals, multimedia, and interactive components to maintain interest