Behaviorism theory is one of the earliest theories in educational psychology. It holds that human behavior is caused by external stimuli, and students' behavior can be shaped and changed through rewards and punishments. This theory is widely used in educational practice, such as classroom management and student behavior correction.
2. Cognitive theory: It emphasizes students' cognitive process and intrinsic motivation, and holds that learning is a process of acquiring knowledge and skills through active thinking activities. This theory emphasizes students' initiative and thinks that students should play an active role in learning, rather than passively accepting knowledge.
3. Humanism theory: it emphasizes students' personality and emotional needs, and holds that education should respect students' differences and characteristics and help students discover and develop their potential. This theory emphasizes students' self-realization and self-management, and advocates that students should give full play to their creativity and initiative in learning.
Education related knowledge
1. The definition of education: it is a social activity to impart knowledge and skills purposefully, planned and organized, and to cultivate people's intellectual, moral and physical qualities. It aims to help people acquire knowledge, skills and values to meet the needs of social life and career development.
The purpose of education is to cultivate a person who can meet the needs of society, make contributions to society and realize the all-round development of self-worth. The purpose of education is not only to impart knowledge, but also to cultivate students' thinking ability and moral quality and help them become responsible citizens.
3. Educational methods: including lectures, demonstrations, practice, inquiry and other forms. Different teaching methods are suitable for different disciplines and teaching objectives, and educators need to choose appropriate teaching methods according to the actual situation of students and the characteristics of disciplines. Education is divided into different stages, including preschool education, primary education, secondary education and higher education.