Learning Theories

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noun a psychological theory that states that all behaviors are learned through interactions with the environment

  • Behaviorism is a psychological theory that focuses on observable behaviors.
  • Some people think behaviorism is all about rewards and punishments.
  • I don't really vibe with behaviorism, I prefer cognitive psychology.
  • In a way, behaviorism is like training a dog to perform tricks through conditioning.

noun a teacher, especially a strict or pedantic one

  • The pedagogue emphasized the importance of critical thinking in education.
  • The teacher told us how crucial it is to think for ourselves.
  • The school guru really drilled into us the need to question everything.
  • The pedagogue was a beacon of knowledge in a sea of ignorance.

noun A person who is an expert in the field of education, especially in theory and practice.

  • The educationist emphasized the importance of critical thinking skills in the curriculum.
  • My friend's mom is an educationist and she always has interesting stories to share about her students.
  • I heard that new educationist is really cool and makes learning fun.
  • The educationist was like a beacon of knowledge, guiding students towards a brighter future.