Theorists
This American educator became well known for his creation of a word that is synonymous to adult learning
Malcolm Knowles
This theory developed in 1986 is a perspective that an individual learns through observing others and their environment
Social Cognitive Learning Theory
This anthropologist believed that cultural practices are a key part to a human's cognition
Edwin Hutchins
This theory is the idea that the mental processes of an individual can be distributed over time, space, and tools, as well as exist in the mind of an individual
Distributed Cognition Learning Theory
These two individuals came together to theorize that learning is purely situational
Jean Lave and Etienne Wenger
This theory explains the process and development of learning when individuals have the opportunity to participate in a community of practice
Situated Learning Theory
This Swiss psychologist developed a cognitive theory based on children's development
Jean Piaget
This relatively new theory suggests students should combine thoughts, theories, and general information in a useful manner
Connectivism Learning Theory
This notable psychologist theorized that an individual learned through observation
Albert Bandura?
This theory believes that individuals build their own understanding of learning
Constructivism Learning Theory