Competency 1 Knowledge of Research and Theories of Reading Processes | Flashcard

Behaviorism Traditional TheoryReading developed by habit need repeated association Bottom up - focus on phonics

Cognitivism Traditional Modern Theoryreading developed by connecting info in the text with knowledge the reader bring to the act of reading Top Down Building schema and using background knowledge is essential to developing reading.

Constructivism Modern TheoryUse before, during, and after reading techniques to organize understanding of textMetacognitive thinking about what the brain does when going through the process of reading is essential in building reading skills.

Behaviorist and believed learning overt behavior. Reinforcer is external reward some are verbal praise good grade feeling or increased accomplishment or satisfaction. External Reward no motivation or read.

Known for stages of cognitive Development

0-2 years old. figure out the world through sensory and motor experiences. Object permanence and separation anxiety are hallmarks of this stage.

2-6 years oldidentify and use symbols for objects but do not have ability to apply logical reasoning. They know how to play and pretend and are egocentric

7-12 years oldLogical reasoning about concrete objects kicks in during this stage. Conservation, reversibility, serial ordering and understanding cause and effect relationships are hallmarks of this stage, but thinking is still limited to the concrete.

Abstract thinking such as logic, deductive reasoning, comparison, and classification and demonstrated by the individual in this stage

Needs to be sound research in design and in methods.

How well a study is conducted

How applicable the finding are to the real world

Refers to the degree of consistency study considered reliable when it yields similar results under similar conditions after being conducted repeatedly

His theories stress fundamental role or social interaction in development or cognition. He believed community plays a central role in the process of making meaning. Known for zone of Proximal Development ZPD 3 stages to move someone through the Zone of proximal development1 someone with knowledge and skills beyond that of the learner 2 social interactions with a skillful tutor that allows the learner to observe and practice their skills3. Scaffolding supportive activities provided by the educator, or more competent peer, to support the student as he or she is led through the ZPD

Whole LanguagePursue authentic reading and writing Frank advocates skills instruction and grogrammed mastery learning behavioristic schemes be replaces with reading and writing assignments that are meaningful for each dynamic individual Skills and motivation and design their classes so that learning in school is consonant with the inventive spirit and personal goals of each student