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Going the extra mile

Learning with e's

I''m working through the alphabet of psychologists and theorists, providing a brief overview of each theory, and how it can be applied in education. In this post, I''m revisiting a well known and heavily used motivational theory - Maslow''s Hierarchy of Human Needs. Most versions of Maslow''s Hierarchy are represented as pyramids.

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Painting Your Masterpiece

CLO Magazine

Originally conceived by Kurt Goldstein in his 1934 work “The Organism,” and later built upon and codified in a framework by Abraham Maslow during the 1940s to 1950s, this psychological theory focused on fulfilling human needs in stages starting with the most basic through those of higher purpose.

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Connected pedagogy: Shared minds

Learning with e's

We learn best when we feel we belong, and we feel more comfortable when we perceive psychological safety (Maslow, 1954). Critical thinking and creative self expression can coexist comfortably, provided peers are open minded in the evaluation of content, performances, artefacts and experiences. 1954) Motivation and Personality.

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The Biggest Myths in Learning and Development

Absorb LMS

In the early 1960s, philosopher Abraham Kaplan and psychologist Abraham Maslow independently described the idea that being in possession of an instrument affects our perception. This led to a lifelong career in learning technology as a content developer, entrepreneur, consultant, analyst, and now technology provider.

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Game Element: Construction and Creation

Kapp Notes

Utilizing resources to build or create something new or unique requires thinking, creativity and the ability to plan several steps ahead (all items high up on Maslow’s Hierarchy). Provide opportunities for learners to share their creations in a public space so they can “show off” what they have created.

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When is Training the Right Solution? (And When it is NOT!)

ThinkingKap Solutions

These two factors span across three main categories: the information provided, the instruments they’re afforded, and their motivation. As an analogy, I view the Behavior Engineering Model similar to Maslow’s hierarchy of needs. They should also be provided clear and relevant guidelines regarding adequate behavior.

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The importance of continuous learning in elearning content

Plume - e-learning & learning management systems

Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs recognised learning and self-actualisation – for the betterment of one’s self – as the highest need. Maslow, A. Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs ( Motivation and personality. Maslow, A. Continuous learning in everyday life.