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FINAL SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS

You will write a Research Paper that will compare Behavioral Learning Theories and

Cognitive Learning Theories. You will include a title page, a 150–250-word abstract, an 8-page

body, and a reference page. The body will include an introduction, 6 sections, and a conclusion.

The paper must be written in current APA format. Current APA Level 1 sub-headings must be

used throughout the paper. The 6 main sections of the paper will address the following topics:

1. Historical Development of Each Theory—For each theory, discuss prominent persons

and their corresponding historic research. Include how the theory has been developed

over time. Have there been significant changes from its development to what current

researchers in the area believe?

2. Key Concepts of Each Theory—This section will focus on the major points of each

theory. How is new information acquired? What are the goals of learning? What is unique

about each theory?

3. Research Support for Each Theory—This section will include a review of 4 peerreviewed scholarly research articles. The first 2 articles will address research in which

Behavior Learning Theory has been applied. The other 2 articles will use Cognitive

Learning Theory in the research. Each article must show the effectiveness of the learning

theory it addresses.

4. Educational Implications—This section will discuss the implications for how learning

takes place in the classroom. Discuss the benefits and applications of each theory. How

would each theory say people learn in a classroom setting? What are the benefits to

teaching new information utilizing each theory?

5. Biblical Worldview—Discuss what the Bible says regarding learning behavior in

humans. How would a biblical worldview impact a learner? Include chapter and verse

when citing the Bible.

6. Most Effective Theory of Learning—Select which theory of learning (Behavioral or

Cognitive) you believe is most effective. Substantiate your decision with research support

citing journal articles and your textbook.

Reference Requirements

Required sources for this paper include the Bible, your textbook, 4 peer-reviewed journal

articles, and at least 2 additional scholarly sources. Remaining sources must address educational

implications, historical context, and/or biblical worldview topics related to Behavioral and

Cognitive Learning Theories. At least 4 of the sources (the peer-reviewed journal articles) must

have been published within the last 10 years. Popular writing and web pages are NOT acceptable

sources for this paper. Refer to the provided grading rubric to fully understand the requirements

for this assignment.