learning

the cognitive process of acquiring skill or knowledge

"the child's acquisition of language" profound scholarly knowledge

Learned redirects here. For the town in the United States, see Learned, Mississippi.'' child learning the countries of Asia on the floor of the central hall of the Field Museum, Chicago, Illinois ]] Learning is the process of acquiring knowledge, skills, attitude (psychology)attitudes, or values, through study, experience, or teaching, that causes a change of behavior that is persistent, measurable, and specified or allows an individual to formulate a new mental construct or revise a prior mental construct (conceptual knowledge such as attitudes or values). It is a process that depends on experience and leads to long-term changes in behavior potential. Behavior potential describes the possible behavior of an individual (not actual behavior) in a given situation in order to achieve a goal. But potential is not enough; if individual learning is not periodically reinforced, it becomes shallower and shallower, and eventually is lost in that individual. Short term changes in behavior potential, such as fatigue, do not constitute learning. Some long-term changes in behavior potential result from ageingaging and human developmentdevelopment, rather than learning.Learning is sense making that enables manifestation of purpose.Education is the conscious attempt to promote learning in others.The primary function of "teaching" is to create a safe, viable, productive learning environment. Management of the total learning environment to promote enhance and motivate learning is a paradigm shift from a focus on teaching to a focus on learning.

Learning - Neuroscience - The learning process can be displayed as a graph. The stronger the stimulation for the brain, the deeper the impression that is left in the neuronal network. Therefore a repeated, very intensive experience preceived through all of the senses (audition, sight, smell) of an individual will remain longer and prevail over other experiences. The complex interactions of neurons that have formed a network in the brain determine the direction of flow of the micro-voltage electricity that flows through the brain when a person thinks. The characteristics of the neuronal network shaped by previous impressions is what we call the persons "character".See also Cognitive Science

Basic learning processes - mainBasic learning processes will instinctively smile back at babybabies who gaze at them and smile.]]The most basic learning process is imitation, one's personal repetition of an observationobserved process, such as a smile. Thus an imitation will take one's time (attention to the details), space (a location for learning), skills (or practice), and other resources (for example, a protected area). Through copying, most infants learn how to hunt (i.e., direct one's attention), feed and perform most basic tasks necessary for survival.

Attention

Habituation

Classical conditioning

Instrumental conditioning

Vicarious learning

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Learning by example - Example can be a motivation for learning. Imitation of a role model is a natural mechanism for infants and children, when learning from experience. Child's play is another method for learning by the example of other children, who naturally gain satisfaction by playing the role of teacher or mentor to a less-experienced child. ]]The sandbox (sandpit) in a playground is an example of a location where children can learn by experience. It is instructive to watch smaller children on a merry-go-round, for example, who naturally push it more slowly than the larger, older, more experienced ones. In order for a little one to get on the merry-go-round, they might simply grab a bar and drag their feet in the sand, while holding on. This slows down the rotation, which allows the little one to climb on, under the oversight of a supervisor, to ensure their physical safety.Learning "Machine learning#Algorithm typeshow to learn" is a skill, which can be taught to others, by example.

Learning by teaching - Main article: Learning by teaching
Learning by teaching, is a method of teaching which allows teachers to share the new lesson contents and let little groups prepare their part in order to teach this contents to the rest of the class.

Formal learning methods - Schools use a variety of methods to help pupils learn.

Learning by worked examples - Often there are worked examples in books that show exactly how the author solved, step by step, a particular problem, for example, in mathematics. Different books may help explain methods in different ways - some are easier to understand than others and supplement what the teacher taught. Homework can be a great help, or it can be a waste of time.

Learning which alternative methods exist - Sometimes different methods can be applied to solve a particular problem. Often the student is not aware of alternatives until they are pointed out by the teacher; then the student should also be made aware of how to select the "best" method from among the available ones, and of which authors of textbooks are likely to be especially helpful.

Learning which shortcuts exist to solve specific problems - Sometimes shortcuts exist that can reduce by many hours the solution of practical problems. For example, Maxima and minima of functions can be obtained "the hard way" by a whole series of numerical calculations, while the use of calculus is often a shortcut.

Other dimensions of learning - Here are a few theories and subcategories of learning:

Cognition

Experiential education

Erudition

Formulating knowledge for learning

Inquiry education

Instructional technology

Motor learning

Language education

Lifelong education

Learning music by ear

Learning disability

Learning psychology

Learning styles

Learning theory (education)

Organizational learning

Observational learning

Reading (activity)Reading

See also -

Educational animation

Educational psychology

Debugging

Diagnosis

e-learning

Efficient learning method

Indoctrination

Lesson

Machine learning

Motor learning

Cortical plasticity

Superlearning

Scientific method

Skill

External links -

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ICL Conference
This interdisciplinary conference aims to focus on the exchange of relevant trends and research results as well as the presentation of practical experiences gained while developing and testing elements of interactive computer aided learning.
http://www.icl-conference.org/

Beauty
Beauty, Learning, Franchise, Informations
http://www.beauty-manama.com/

SPACE Training
Training company, specialising in programmes for carers of children and adults with learning disabilities,or physical disabilities.
http://spacetraining.co.uk/

Groupboard
Interactive website tools for education, business and fun. Add whiteboard, chat, games, message boards, voice-over-ip conferencing and web conferencing to your site by simply copying a few lines of HTML code.
http://www.groupboard.com/

Kidzango
Family activity and ideas portal for fun days out with the kids and lots of useful tips, ideas and events for entertaining children
http://www.kidzango.com

Business Process Management & Improvement and Education-Instruction-Learning
Consulting and training on Business Process management & Improvement (BPM/BPI), Total Quality Management, ISO9001 and also on Learning Theories, Instructional Design, Integrating technology to instruction and learning, Brain-Based Learning, Program development and evaluation, learning and cognitive styles
http://www.filizeyuboglu.com/

AAVE Teen Adventures
Wilderness, leadership and academic adventures in the western US, Hawaii, Alaska, Europe, Costa Rica, Baja, Peru, Ecuador, Thailand, Australia, and South Africa for motivated teens ages 11-19; 2-6 week sessions. Trip leaders challenge participants and teach leadership and wilderness skills. AAVE is about adventure travel, leadership and learning. Since 1976 AAVE has inspired responsibility, commitment and innovative camping, rock climbing, surfing, mountain biking, kayaking, service projects, language programs, backpacking, horseback riding, ice climbing, mountaineering and sailing adventures around the world. Join us for a challenging, meaningful and fun experience.
http://www.teenageradventures.com/

Hans-Jörg Günther
CEO of edditrex ltd, lecturer, author, project manager
http://www.edditrex.de/guenther/

Optimizer Performance Management and Strategy Execution
Workforce Performance Management and Strategy Execution Improves organizational effectiveness by aligning and managing strategic and personal goals in a dynamic on-going process, and using on-line competency-based evaluations to better understand and manage the workforce.
http://www.empresit.com

The Business Center@Chrysalis Systems
A place for your business to experience award winning courses that empower your most valuable assets... your employees. Our courses are geared to empower your employees to master the environment of change with proven tools in the areas of coaching, communication, decision-making, presentation skills, health and wellness.
http://www.xsalis.com/

Institute for Future Studies
The IFS is a young institution of applied research, which focuses on selected topics of future of education and work. It has been founded by the Association for Flexible Learning in Innsbruck (Austria). Main interests are in the research and public discussion of questions concerning future use of information and communication technologies (ICT), especially in professional world and education. A strong focus is put on technology supported learning in different fields, e.g. informal learning, public education and enterprises (mainly SMEs). A major target is the promotion of possibilities of lifelong learning by the support of ICT. The Institute investigates current trends, analyses possibilities and risks in society and examines consequences on professional and private life. Besides research and technology impact assessment the Institute is engaged in development and evaluation of new teaching and learning systems as well as consultation.
http://www.futurestudies.org/

The Herbert Museum and Art Gallery Coventry UK
The Herbert's website provides you with all the information you need to plan a visit to the Herbert, Coventry, UK. You can find out about our collections, exhibitions and events. There are pages about our learning and schools work, our work with communities, and the arts and media services available.
http://www.theherbert.com/

CyberSky
CyberSky is an exciting, entertaining, and educational astronomy program that transforms your personal computer into your personal planetarium. CyberSky provides an excellent way to learn about astronomy and to explore the wonders of the sky visible in the distant past, the present, and the far-off future.
http://www.cybersky.com/

Personal Development - Yes Factor - Ivan Burnell - Self Improvement Books and Courses
A list of seminars/workshops for both personal and professional fulfillment and enrichment. Also offering books and tapes on subject for order.
http://www.yesfactor.com/

www.WritingResource.org/
This non-profit is a primary resource for writers, readers, teachers, students, and professionals. It is dedicated to rhetoric, the art of communication. For those with a passion for language, reading, stories, poetry, drama, and literature, this is the place. We provide sources and resources for grammar, style, tutoring, quotations, dictionaries, proofreading, esl, ennl, creative writing, translation, publishing, journalism, and editing. Portals to activism, civic commitment, and social change are included. Welcome and enjoy!
http://www.WritingResource.org/

The WHEEL COUNCIL - Wholistic Health Education and Empowerment for Life
The WHEEL Council is a leader in storytelling for prevention and healing and accelerated, multicultural learning. We try to prevent young people from engaging in risky behaviors including unprotected sex, drugs and alcohol abuse.
http://www.wheelcouncil.org

Early Education Materials for Montessori and PK-3
Innovative sets of books and cards for learning enrichment activities for all children from 2 to 8 years. Matching, classifying and manipulation exercises are provided for language, math, science and other susbjects.
http://www.pictureword-books.com/

Pro Latin: Latin at school and university
Latin news, learning games, exercises, suggestions, tips, translations, help, grammar, literature, texts, links, quiz, webquests...
http://www.prolatein.de/latin.html

Learning and Teaching Scotland Online Service
Online service with free resources, information and advice for education in Scotland.
http://www.LTScotland.org.uk/

U.S. Geological Survey
USGS is a world leader in the natural sciences. They provide scientific information on transportation, natural resources, geology, weather and topography.
http://www.usgs.gov/

Enchanted Learning
Site for K-3rd grade students includes both online and printable activities for all subject areas.
http://www.enchantedlearning.com

LD OnLine
Interactive guide to learning disabilities for parents, teachers, and children. Articles, research, chat rooms, forums, newsletter, audio clips, calendar, store, ask the expert, resources, Kid Zone, personal essays, and a good search feature.
http://www.ldonline.org/

Science Learning Network
Community of educators, students, schools, science museums and other institutions demonstrating a new model for inquiry science education. Site contains a variety of inquiry-posed problems, information, demonstrations, and labs.
http://www.sln.org/

Technology & Learning Online
A magazine for K-12 school administrators, teachers, and technology coordinators, has reviews and other interactive features.
http://www.techlearning.com/

The Learning Channel
Adventures for your mind.
http://tlc.discovery.com/

Learning Disabilities Association of America
A national organization of parents, professionals and individuals with learning disabilities. Promoting advocacy, education, and research into the causes of learning disabilities to improve the quality of life.
http://www.ldanatl.org/