User talk:Hc horton/sandbox

Hc horton - Your outline of materials look like a fine start. I would like to see a few paragraphs taking shape. This is much like writing a paper for any class, but you must apply economy of words. Narrow your topic to one or two elements of the theory. Explain how that theoretical element functions in the classroom. Find at least one example of an EBP that demonstrates the theory in an applied setting.

You might start here. Try a google search on this phrase: educational implications of guthrie's contiguity theory. Remember, whatever you find must meet scholarly requirements, so not everything google finds will shine. If you have questions, ask early and often. PsycTeacher (talk) 18:55, 10 July 2015 (UTC)

Hc, Your outline does not seem to have changed for several days. What's up? Be sure you read the latest comment on our Course Talk Page titled Final Stretch. You need to be finalizing a few paragraphs, encyclopedic style, that demonstrate the application of your theorist's work in education. We are about out of time. Keep going.PsycTeacher (talk) 14:16, 13 July 2015 (UTC)

Thank you for the prompt. I have been working in a Word document and I have not been keeping up with putting it in my sandbox. And I totally missed the notification on that first note you gave me on the 10th. That was helpful; sorry I never responded. Thank you so much for that phrase; it actually did help me find a good source! My stuff is not organized at all right now, so I'm going to try to get it all in place on my sandbox tonight and tomorrow. I'm sure I will shoot you some questions soon. Hc horton (talk) 23:37, 13 July 2015 (UTC)

Okay, I have a question. How do you feel about using a direct quote from our theorist? For example, there is a quote in the preface of Guthrie's book Educational Psychology that I would like to use. Guthrie says, "... for school people the ultimate test of a theory of learning is its influence on the all-round growth of young people when applied in the classroom." Do you think I should use this quote or paraphrase it like "the true worth of a learning theory is its application to students in a classroom" or something like that? Does it retain its potency when paraphrased? Thanks! Hc horton (talk) 00:27, 14 July 2015 (UTC)

If you would like to quote that is fine. There is nothing fundamentally wrong with quoting when the source makes the point best. I just do not appreciate a string of quotations as that is lazy. Where will you go with that quotation? What comes next?PsycTeacher (talk) 12:17, 14 July 2015 (UTC)

Okay, thank you. I just wanted to use it to put his opinion into perspective. What do you think of what I have so far? I am in the process of writing his theory's application to the classroom, but I've become somewhat stuck. Caroline's suggestion helped though. So I'm planning on going in the direction of broader applications of his theories on education. Like, his views on self-direction in the classroom and study skills. Do you think that's a good route to go? Thanks! Hc horton (talk) 03:09, 15 July 2015 (UTC)

My content is ready for your review! Thanks! :) Hc horton (talk) 23:47, 21 July 2015 (UTC)

Peer Feedback
So, I looked up the official how-to use quotations on Wikipedia and what you've got so far seems right to me. I think using a single quote is a great idea, especially since Guthrie said it himself! Here's the link to the quotes how to: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Quotations As far as your citing goes, I'm not positive if we have to include APA style parenthetical citations within our articles on wikipedia, as long as we use the cite tool. I'll have to go back and check the documents to see what they say, maybe knows for certain. Other than that your article sounds really awesome, I need your help with making mine flow as beautifully as yours does. Lastly, maybe you could apply how Guthrie's view of a "freedom of responsible action" and his advocation for a self-directed classroom applies to current practices? For example, maybe incorporate some of the discussions from Hattie's book such as teacher talk and the importance of asking students questions? You could mention one of the studies discussed in chapter 5. I am suggesting this because it seems that Guthrie believed in self regulation and engaging in the classroom. In other words, Guthrie's theories line up with much of the research conducted on learning today. I hope this isnt too confusing. Good job!! Jasperro (talk) 20:13, 14 July 2015 (UTC)

Thank you so much for the feedback! I'm glad the quote seems to be okay. And thanks for the suggestion; I've been trying to look for a EBP that relates to Guthrie's theory, but I think I am overthinking it (as usual). Your suggestion is helpful. I think his theory has had a broader impact on education rather than any narrow, specific practices I was looking for. Hc horton (talk) 03:03, 15 July 2015 (UTC)

Feedback
Hc Horton -- I really appreciate the structure and neutrality of your article. The only thing I can see that your article may need is an applied example his theories in action. Have you come across any examples of Gutherie's theories being used in practice within an education setting. You're doing a great job, keep up the good work! GabiMclaugh92 (talk) 01:39, 15 July 2015 (UTC)

Thanks, Gabi! I appreciate the feedback. Yeah, I am still working on the classroom application section... I'm having a hard time coming up with specific examples, but his theories seem to have had a broader impact on education, so I might just generalize it a bit more than I was planning. Hc horton (talk) 03:05, 15 July 2015 (UTC)

You did a really great job Hollie!

Final Review
Excellent job! You have captured the general and a specific application of this theory to education. Your writing is strong, as usual. Your references look strong. You are ready to move your contribution into the main article. Please be certain to sign your work so I can easily see the attribution. PsycTeacher (talk) 12:38, 22 July 2015 (UTC)