Learning Theories
Rubrics and Guidelines
Pedagogies
100

This learning theory argues that adults learn differently from children.

Andragogy

100

This framework presents 44 specific review standards that are suggested for quality online course design.

Quality Matters Higher Education Rubric

100

This pedagogical approach takes the position that learning is accomplished through doing.

Active Learning

200

This learning theory argues that knowledge exists external to the learner and must be actively constructed.

Constructivism

200

This framework establishes that learning happens at the intersection of cognitive, social, and teaching presence.

Community of Inquiry Framework

200

This pedagogical approach encompasses many teaching strategies that focus on welcoming diverse learner experiences, backgrounds, and abilities into the learning space and promoting equitable access to success.

Inclusive Pedagogies

300

This learning theory posits that knowledge is actively constructed through interactions with others.

Social Constructivism

300

This framework establishes guidelines for creating structured flexibility in a learning design to reach diverse learners.

Universal Design for Learning Guidelines

300

These deep-learning pedagogical strategies increase learner engagement and motivation by practicing relevant  and meaningful active learning.

High-Impact Practices

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