Three approaches to learning12
| Behaviourism | Cognitivism | Constructivism | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Learning is achieved through… | Transmitted information | Acquisition of knowledge | Construction of knowledge |
| Learning is believed to be … | A change in behaviour | Built on previously learned materials | A change in meaning |
| Teaching is … | Instructor-centered | Instructor-centered | Student-centered |
| Process of learning | Passive | Active | Active |