LAL 1) Metacognition and Learning Theories Lecture Notes

A collection of vocabulary flashcards encompassing key concepts and definitions related to metacognition, motivation, learning theories, and various conditioning methods.

Metacognition

Awareness and knowledge of one's own cognitive processes.

Declarative Knowledge

Knowledge about oneself as a learner and factors influencing learning.

Procedural Knowledge

Knowledge about how to carry out strategies and perform procedures.

Conditional Knowledge

Knowledge about when and why to use certain strategies.

Metacognitive Regulation

Managing and regulating one's learning processes.

Planning

Selecting appropriate strategies and setting goals for learning.

Monitoring

Self-regulating one's understanding and performance during learning.

Intrinsic Motivation

Motivation driven by internal rewards and personal satisfaction.

Extrinsic Motivation

Motivation driven by external rewards or avoidance of negative outcomes.

Drive-Reduction Theory (Clark Hull)

Theory suggesting motivation arises from biological needs.

Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs

Theory proposing that lower-level needs must be fulfilled before higher-level needs can be addressed.

Locke’s Goal-Setting Theory

Theory linking motivation to the establishment of specific, measurable goals.

Expectancy Theory of Motivation (Victor Vroom)

Theory proposing that actions are motivated by expected outcomes.

Self-Determination Theory (Deci and Ryan, 1985) 

Theory positing that motivation is influenced by the fulfillment of basic psychological needs.

Classical Conditioning

Learning through the association of a neutral stimulus with a biologically significant stimulus.

Operant Conditioning

Learning based on the consequences of responding, through reinforcement or punishment.

Reinforcement

An effect that increases the likelihood of a behavior reoccurring.

Punishment

An effect that decreases the likelihood of a behavior reoccurring.

Social Learning Theory (Albert Bandura)

Theory emphasizing learning through observation and the influence of social interactions.

Self-Efficacy

An individual's belief in their capacity to execute behaviors necessary to produce specific performance attainments.

Growth Mindset

The belief that abilities and intelligence can be developed through dedication, hard work, and feedback from others.