A-Level psychology [edexcel]- Evaluating learning theories

This is an A-Level psychology lesson which focuses on evaluating the three key learning theories. Social learning theory, classical conditioning and operant conditioning. There are also links made to individual differences and developmental psychology. The lesson is designed to last 90 minutes and there are a total of 13 slides on the power point.

Included:

• Starter, social psychology recap. Students to review what they can remember about Milgram and Burger.
• Bandura Bobo doll experiment recap- quiz questions. Answers provided.
• Title page- students to name the learning theorists.
• Three exam questions based on evaluating learning theories - introduce to students to highlight the importance of evaluation.
• Two slides explaining links to developmental psychology and individual differences.
• Recapping learning theories, fill in the blanks.
• Three slides outlining the main strengths and weaknesses of each learning theory.
• Summary sheet for students to complete. Based on evaluating each theory referring to evidence, application and reductionism. In order to complete this task successfully students will need to use their notes or have access to the A-Level textbook.
• Plenary- Students to plan/ complete one of the 8 mark questions on evaluating one of the key learning theories.