Unit I

Unit I – Foundations of Human Learning from the Perspective of Cognition

Cognitive learning theories, theories of instruction, social learning theories, collaborative learning, intelligence, prior knowledge, self-regulated learning, adult learning vs learning in childhood, learning and excellence.

Unit II

Unit II – Motivational and Emotional Aspects of Learning
Different types of emotions and motivation in the context of learning, academic related emotions and motivation and its impact on learning, self-concept and self efficacy, social-emotional competency

Unit III

Unit III – Instruction and Facilitating Learning

Scaffolding, metacognition, learning in activity, learn transfer, collaborative learning, complex systems of learning, problem based learning, gamification, ICAP model

Unit IV

Unit IV – Technology Enhanced and Digital learning: Digital Learning and Teaching

Learning in virtual environments, computer supported collaborative learning, technology-enhanced learning in different educational contexts, technology supported immersive learning

Unit V

Unit V – Designing and Evaluating Learning and Learning Environments

Learning Sciences, Educational Policy, Embodied Design, Measuring Learning and Change, Design research, ICAP model

Prerequisite: Good reading and writing skills in English

Summary:
Learning sciences is an interdisciplinary field and based on long-established disciplinary research areas, such as anthropology, cognitive psychology, curriculum and instruction, educational psychology, and sociology. Research in the learning sciences is often situated in problems of practice that occur in a range of “learning” contexts, including formal or informal settings dedicated to schooling, workplace, or leisure/entertainment goals.This course provides an introduction to educational psychology and learning sciences, an interdisciplinary field that investigates how people learn, and how education can be improved. The course covers key theories, principles, and methods in the learning sciences, including cognitive and motivational factors that influence learning, designing effective instructions, and the role of technology in learning.

Course Objectives:

1. To gain a basic understanding of the basic concepts and theories of human learning from perspective of cognition and behavior.
2. To gain basic understanding of instruction & facilitating learning: Students will be able to understand and differentiate between various instructional models, ranging from traditional teacher-centered approaches to modern student-centered and collaborative learning strategies.
3. To gain an overview of the foundational principles to design effective learning environments
4. To gain an overview of current and emerging trends within digital learning with the outlook of AI.

Course Outcomes:

• CO1: Understand and Differentiate Instructional Models:
• CO2:Apply Instructional Models in Teaching Practice: Students will be prepared to apply a variety of instructional models in their teaching practice, effectively facilitating learning by adapting their teaching strategies to meet the needs and preferences of their students.
• CO3: Gain information on how philosophy has historically influenced current theories within cognitive sciences.
• CO4: Gain insights into how empirical research in cognitive sciences has influenced philosophical debates and thinking.
• CO5: Understand how philosophical concerns issues and debates can inform, clarify and develop concepts and theories within the cognitive sciences, such as attention, memory and perception.

Skills:

• Gain an overview of key learning theories, perspectives and concepts in related to cognitive science and technology.
• Develop a deeper understanding of how learning can be facilitated and designed.
• Understand how the possibilities and limitation of digital learning as of the current state of the art.
• Demonstrate an enhanced ability to engage in critical analysis and argument through reading and group discussions.
• Demonstrate the ability to work in teams and understand multidisciplinary perspectives on Learning and Teaching.
• Demonstrate confidence in undertaking work through independent learning and taking responsibility for their learning.

CO-PO Mappings

Program outcome PO – Course Outcomes CO Mapping

Evaluation Pattern:

*CA – Can be Quizzes, Assignment, Projects, and Reports, and Seminar

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