Learning Theory and Innovation

   Human knowledge is finite so mimicking theories and technologies that are working is human nature. Maria Montessori’s theory is mimicked in education and academic technology integration today. Her teaching theory emphasizes that students are active learners. The theory is that active learning, independence, cooperation and harmonious learning is tailored to the unique and developmental level of the child (J.L, 2017). Another mimicked method used today is the Vygotsky “zone of proximal development” theory, which is dependent on the developmental stage of the child and curriculum is designed to challenge that child’s understanding just beyond their comfort zone, thus (Kozulin, Gindis, Ageyev, & Miller, 2003).We see technology in the classroom to support these theories every day by using technology and these apps: Teach Your Monster, Visuwords, Funbrain, and Spelling City . All of which use embedded assessments to select the ability of the student and meet their individual needs.

              Yes, we can use popular and attractive technologies to teach a biblical worldview without reinventing the wheel. Everything under the sun that has been created by the will of God, was created for the purpose of good. Technology has allowed millions of people to access the Bible on their mobile devices,  listen to uplifting Christian music, engage in discussion forums, follow ministries online and launch Liberty University Online for students globally. Academic instructional methods are on the coat tails and reaching a diverse, Christian and culturally relevant population.  

             We can use methods that are working in the secular field to fit a Christian model, and we can use scientifically proven academic teaching theory to create engaging and successful Christian academia too. Proverbs 18:15 “an intelligent heart acquires knowledge, and the ear of the wise seeks knowledge” (ESV).





 References:

J.L . (2017). Montessori Method (Montessori). Retrieved May 03, 2017, from https://www.learning-theories.com/montessori-method-montessori.html


Kozulin, A., Gindis, B., Ageyev, V. S., & Miller, S. M. (2003). Vygotsky's Educational Theory in Cultural Context. Retrieved May 02, 2017, from https://books.google.com.mx/books?hl=en&lr=&id=mfCHutwHT-cC&oi=fnd&pg=PA39&dq=vygotsky%27s%2Beducational%2Btheory&ots=ugwSi9l_lC&sig=YyMe6oZgE3c4-O0LB5P7yyAZTVM#v=onepage&q=vygotsky%27s%20educational%20theory&f=false

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