Learning Stages

   In this marine science curriculum, the student is expected to go through the 4 stages of learning which are: 

1. Acquisition, at this stage the student reads, listens, observes, and uses other senses in order to collect information and store knowledge.  The student is expected to remember and understand the information.  At this stage, the student works on activities that allow him to work with objectives of:

•  level 1 memory 
• define 
• enumerate 
• point 
• repeat 
• relate 
• name
• memorize
• call 

•  level 2 understanding
• infer
• translate
• expose
• discuss
• describe
• recognize
• explain
• express
• identify
• locate
• inform
• review

2. Application through matter.  Knowledge is gained to solve problems, design solutions, and complete work.  Appropriate knowledge is applied to new and unpredictable situations, to the highest levels of knowledge.

• level 3 application
• Classify
•  apply
• employ
•  use
•  demonstrate
•  dramatize
•  practice
• illustrate
•  operate
•  catalog
• outline.

3. Assimilation the acquired knowledge is retained and refined in such a way that the learner can use it automatically and routinely to analyze and solve problems and create unique solutions.

• level 4 Analysis 
• distinguish
• analyze
• differentiate
• calculate
•  test
• compare
•  contrast
•  criticize
• debate
• solve
• examine
• categorize
• experiment.

• level 5  Synthesize and Solve problems 
• compose
• plan
•  propose
• design
• formulate
• order
• gather
• collect
• build
• create
• organize
• prepare

4. Adaptation In this stage of learning the learner has the ability to think in complex ways and apply the knowledge and skills acquired.  In the face of the unknown, the learner is able to use the skills and knowledge to create solutions and take actions that will further develop their skills and knowledge.

• level 6  Evaluation 
• judge
• value
• evaluate
•  price
• compare
• correct
• take into account
• choose
• calculate
•  distribute