educational theory
Teaching principles framework
Educational theory is the body of ideas and principles that explain how learning happens and how teaching should be conducted.
It encompasses frameworks like behaviorism, constructivism, and cognitive development theory that guide curriculum design and classroom practice.
Her educational theory emphasized hands-on learning over rote memorization.
The term can refer to the academic field itself or to any particular philosophy of education.
- scaffoldingTemporary exterior work platform
- constructivismActive knowledge-building theory
- hands-on learningEducation via direct participation
- cultural capitalPrestige from education and taste
- epistemologyTheory of knowledge
progressivism · metacognition · pragmatism · humanism · cognitivism · multiple intelligences · learning styles · blank slate · existentialism · growth mindset · formative assessment · Dewey · developmental psychology · social learning · instruction · Piaget · inquiry · teachable moment
educational theoryclassroom management
Maintaining order while teaching
teaching practice · practical application · lesson plans · practicum · fieldwork
educational theorytrial and error
Learning through repeated attempts
educational theorystandardized testing
Identical assessments across populations