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Online Learning and Self-Determination Theory

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Motivation is the energising force that initiates and sustains behaviour and is valuable because it produces results (Ryan and Deci, 2000). Numerous motivation theories focus on the amount of motivation, with a larger quantity said to result in the achievement of goals. They aren’t looking to gain anything from the activity they enjoy.

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Theories for the digital age: Connectivism

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Much of this learning is informal, (Commentators such as Cofer (2000), Cross (2006) and Dobbs (2000) place the proportion of informal learning at around 70%) and is also generally location independent. These facets of modern life in combination have led educators to question the validity of pre-digital age learning theories.

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Theories for the digital age: Self regulated learning

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Various commentators suggest that as much as seventy percent of learning occurs outside of formal educational settings (Cofer, 2000; Dobbs, 2000; Cross, 2006). In many ways, heutagogy is aligned to other digital age theories, in that it places an importance on ‘learning to learn’, and the sharing rather than hoarding of that knowledge.

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Abstract of Study Related to Storytelling

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The constructivist theory of narrative comprehension, along. Theoretically, the results demonstrate that constructivist theory of narrative comprehension is relevant to contexts beyond written texts—to listening contexts. theory of narrative comprehension (Graesser et al., While this theory. presentation. presentations.

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Applying The Subsumption Theory In eLearning

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David Ausubel, a noted American psychologist who specialized in education and learning behaviors, introduced the Subsumption Theory back in 1963. In this article, I’ll delve into the basics of the Subsumption Theory, and I’ll share 4 tips on how you can use it in your eLearning course design. The Subsumption Theory: Basic Principles.

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9 Effective Instructional Design Tactics

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There are many theories on instructional design best practices. Effective online (or offline) instructional design is a critical component to improving learning retention. Without a well through-out instructional model, learning opportunities can be missed – sometimes completely. Sources: Marzano, R.J., Marzano, R.J.

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Create Autonomy in Gamification and Other Learning Environments

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Autonomy refers to the initiative and freedom a person experiences when engaged in an activity in the absence of external pressure with respect to his or her personal goals (Ryan & Deci 2000). Instructional-design theories and models: Vol. Carr-Chellman (Eds.), Building a common knowledge base. (pp. New York:Taylor and Francis.