This theory shows the focus of the classroom in applying different learning strategies and how students are able to learn new things and internalize the things that they are taught. Teachers can apply meta-cognitive strategies in teaching their class. Through cognitive theory, they understand better how the students assimilate lessons especially in learning a second language. Therefore, they can be able to plan and use an effective method. For instance, if a teacher realizes that her students learn best the language by working practically then the teacher can integrate practical lessons to help the students learn and remember easily what they are taught(Honey, 2010).

Cognitive theory can be used in colleges that teach languages. Most of the students have already had their first language and therefore it may be a bit harder to learn a second one. Lectures at the colleges can apply the cognitive theory to help the students grasp the language much faster. Lectures apply the memory related strategies in helping their students learn and remember what they are taught in the classrooms. Teachers can utilize what students prefer to help them learn. The memory related strategies could include assignments and examinations (Honey, 2010).

Mnemonics can be used in teaching young children and even adults. The human brain remembers much more easily about something graphic than just plain texts. This theory can be used in teaching technical subjects, and students can always remember an object as opposed to plain words. Teaching of technical subjects is made much easier. Mnemonics can also be applied in the work places where there is extensive use of charts and graphs. The employees are in a much better position to understand what is happening than if it was plainly explained to them (Honey, 2010).

References

Honey, H. (2010, December 28). Second Language Theories. Retrieved June 22, 2014, from Cognitive language acquisition theories presentation: http://www.slideshare.net/honeyravian1/cognitive-language-acquisition-theories-presentation

Need assistance with this?