Theories in Education

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Behaviorism I love the numerous sub-links found at this site, it makes navigation quite easy. In addition, I found the table of contents quite useful. I have found this theory quite useful in coming up ideas for behavior modification.
Brain Compatible Learning  This site has a very interesting slide show on Brain Compatible Learning. But that’s not all, it provides links that discuss what how BCL environment looks, and other exceptionally meaningful links. It also provides effective teaching approaches that I have found quite useful.
Differentiated Instruction This is a one-stop center for information related to Differentiated Instruction; it even has links to ASCD and other invaluable site. It also carries multiple links on Assessment and Rubric sites as they relate to differentiated instruction.
Higher-Order and Critical Thinking Not only is this site useful as a quick reference guide to Bloom’s Taxonomy, but it also provides much needed resources on Critical Thinking and its application, as well as Creative Thinking. The list of verbs for each level of the taxonomy is very useful for lesson planning.
Inclusion The navigation bar on the home page and the content list on each page make it easy to locate the information needed.  The teaching strategies found at this site are fantastic.
Interdisciplinary Learning This site really provides a wealth of information on Interdisciplinary Learning, and it also offers videos and related transcript to provide further illustration to particularly the neophyte teacher.
Multiple Intelligences A very attractive site that provides colorful icons to Gardner's eight intelligences. Another amazing feature is the link to some real interesting lesson ideas for each intelligence. Every teacher will find this a worthwhile addition to their list of favorites.
Performance Assessment A site that is quite easy to navigate, it provides statistics on how Performance Assessment has been used effectively in the school setting, and how it can continue to be useful in the classroom.
Portfolio Assessment This site is specific to English as a discipline.  It provides a step by step guide on what is Portfolio Assessment, why it is useful, and how it can be implemented in different areas of the ELA curriculum.
Project-Based Learning The most exciting thing about this website is the videos.  The audience really gets to see how Project-Based Learning is implemented in the classroom.
 Inquiry-based Learning  Inquiry-based Learning dates back to the days of Socrates It is virtually impossible to separate Inquiry-based Learning and Critical Thinking since they are codependent. This site offers a comprehensive look at this approach to teaching and learning.
 Constructivism  From its epistemology to its application, this site offers an in-depth look into the theory of Constructivism.