Introduction
Imagine you're a teacher trying to help your students. What do you do? Do you reward them for their effort, guide them through mental strategies, or model the behavior you want to see? Each of these reflects a different theory. Which one would you choose?
Task
- Objective: Students will research (using the following links) and compare Cognitive Psychology, Behaviorism, and Social Cognitive Theory.
https://www.simplypsychology.org/social-cognitive-theory.html
- Final Product: Students will create a presentation using Google Slides that:
- Defines each theory
- Highlights each key theorist
- Provides classroom examples
- Compares and contrasts the theories
Process
Please follow these steps to finish the task.
- Research Stage: Use provided links and credible sources to gather information. Focus on definitions, key figures, and classroom applications
- Create Your Product: Using Google Slides, create a presentation. Use visuals, examples, and clear comparisons. Make sure the presentation is well organized and visually appealing. https://workspace.google.com/products/slides/
- Review & Reflect: Peer review another classmate's work and allow them to review yours.
Evaluation
You wil be graded using this rubric:
| Criteria | Great (4) | Good (3) | Satisfactory (2) | Needs Improvement (1) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Content Accuracy | All information is accurate and clearly explained. | Most information is accurate with minor errors. | Some inaccuracies or vague explanations. | Major inaccuracies or missing key concepts. |
| Definitions & Classroom Applications | Clear, accurate definitions of all three theories with strong, relevant classroom applications. | Mostly accurate definitions and applications; minor gaps. | Basic definitions and limited or unclear applications. | Incomplete or inaccurate definitions; missing classroom applications. |
| Depth of Analysis | Demonstrates a deep understanding and comparisons of all three theories. | Shows good understanding with some analysis and comparison. | Basic understanding with limited analysis. | Minimal understanding; not much analysis or comparison. |
| Creativity & Presentation | Extremely creative, engaging, and well-organized presentation. | Creative and organized; visually appealing. | Some creativity; organization is adequate. | Lacks creativity; disorganized or hard to follow. |
| Reflection & Higher-Order Thinking | Thoughtful reflection with insightful, higher-level questions and applications. | Includes reflection and some higher-level thinking. | Basic reflection; limited higher-order thinking. | Little/no reflection or critical thinking evident. |
Conclusion
- Reflection Questions
- What theory do you relate to most and why?
- How could these theories influence your future teaching?
- Higher-Order Thinking Questions
- How can these theories apply outside the classroom?
- Can you think of a situation where more than one of these theories apply?