Prior Knowledge Activation: Theoretical Foundations LIGHTHOUSE BOOKS
Prior Knowledge Activation: Theoretical Foundations
Prior Knowledge Activation is the focal problem of this evidence-informed education guide. Organized around 'Theoretical Foundations' within the The Science of Teaching and Learning series, it will explain the relevant learning or institutional theory and culminate in an instructional or institutional intervention with meaningful evaluation criteria.
Contents
Introduction — Prior Knowledge Activation: Theoretical Foundations (The Science of Teaching and Learning) 1. The Educational Problem: Prior Knowledge Activation 2. Learners, Institutions, and Context — the implications of theoretical foundations 3. Theoretical Explanations — evidence surrounding prior knowledge activation 4. Defining Intended Learning Outcomes — a case framed by theoretical foundations 5. Designing Activities and Resources — an inquiry into prior knowledge activation 6. The Theoretical Foundations Strategy 7. Examples from Classroom or University Practice — evidence surrounding prior knowledge activation 8. Accessibility and Learner Differences — a case framed by theoretical foundations 9. Assessment Evidence and Feedback — an inquiry into prior knowledge activation 10. Ethical and Practical Constraints — the implications of theoretical foundations 11. Evaluating the Intervention — evidence surrounding prior knowledge activation 12. Improvement Based on Results — a case framed by theoretical foundations Conclusion — Synthesis, Limitations, and Further Study