Learning Theory

Presentation
by
R.C.
Humanism
 Notable Figures
O Abraham Maslow (April 1, 1908 – June 8,
1970) - Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs.

O Carl Rogers (January 8, 1902 – February 4,

1987) – Theory of the Self, 19 propositions

O Malcolm Knowles (August 24, 1913–

November 27, 1997) - Androgany
 Key Points
O Humanism started in the 1960’s
O People act with intentionality and values
O Emphasis on study of the person as a
whole as they grow and develop
throughout their life.
O Learning is student-centered
O Goal described as creating autonomous,
self actualized people.
 My Opinion
I believe that this educational
philosophy will lead to students truly learn
ideas that they are interested in. I feel
however that some students may abuse the
independence that this system provides. If
the right group of students were involved I
believe this approach would be ideal.