Learning Theories: An Educational Perspective, 9th edition

Published by Pearson (1 September 2026) © 2027

  • Dale H. Schunk University of North Carolina at Greensboro
  • Maria K. DiBenedetto University of North Carolina at Greensboro
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Title overview

Learning Theories examines key learning theories and their applications in the classroom. You'll explore theoretical principles, concepts, and research to learn how to utilize them as an educator. The authors discuss the relationship between theory and instruction, look at the neuroscience of learning, and cover key topics related to learning. A final chapter helps you consolidate your views on the subject.

The 9th Edition features content and organizational changes throughout to reflect new theoretical and research emphases. It discusses the increasingly important role technology plays in learning‑related activities, adds a new case study, adds many applications and examples, and more.

Table of contents

  1. Introduction to the Study of Learning
  2. Neuroscience of Learning
  3. Behaviorism
  4. Social Cognitive Theory
  5. Information Processing Theory: Encoding and Storage
  6. Information Processing Theory: Retrieval and Forgetting
  7. Cognitive Learning Processes
  8. Constructivism
  9. Motivation
  10. Self-Regulated Learning
  11. Contextual Influences
  12. Next Steps

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