1) The document discusses several learning theories including behaviorism, cognitivism, and humanism. Behaviorism focuses on reinforcement and conditioning of behaviors. Cognitivism examines memory, encoding, storage and retrieval of information. Humanism emphasizes empowering learners and facilitating self-directed learning. 2) Models of reflection are presented, including Gibbs' model of description, analysis and conclusion. Kolb's model involves concrete experience, reflective observation, abstract conceptualization and active experimentation. 3) Successful learning depends on factors like presentation methods, feedback, practice distribution, and learner motivation. Critical thinking involves perspective-taking, open-mindedness, and evaluation. Transformative learning changes perspectives through reflection.