Chapter 3

Chapter 3



Focus Question: What are the essential ideas for teachers from research on the science of learning?
The main science theory of learning is that of "constructivism." Students will learn or construct new ideas, based off of what they already know. Another main idea is that of active learning, or what I like to call "hands on learning." I have found the best way to learn something new, especially with technology is taking the time to sit down and practice. These theories suggest that educators must teach more with examples, rather just lecturing alone. Some examples of this would be to suggest several ways to learn whether it be through groups or even individual instruction.



Tech Tool 3.1: This section of Tech Tools, suggest websites and applications that can be used to approach these learning styles as mentioned above to give the student a more hands on approach to a subject. I especially thought one website was very interesting, which is the www.stopdisastersgame.org. This simulation game allows the user to help problem solve through different disasters, while teaching how to avoid or how to cope with the disasters. I just finished watching the movie, "2012," which is the ultimate disaster movie, so this website jumped out at me.






In conclusion to this chapter, it has taught that students must be engaged in the classroom, and the technology offered today is a perfect relevant way to reach students. It has also has suggested science of learning that teachers can use to help reach their students. There are also several websites and applications, and other technology tools to help activate the minds of students to learn. It does not have to boring or mundane for students, but it can be fun and engaging.


Maloy, R. W., Verick-O'Loughlin, R., Edwards, S. A., & Woolf, B. P. (2014). Transforming learning with new technologies. Boston, MA: Pearson.