Cognitive Learning Theory: Making Learning More Profound
Cognitive learning theory (CLT), as we know it today, is a mixture of theories of cognition and learning that developed in the 20th century. The central focus of CLT is on “metacognitive” processes, i.e., thinking about thinking. The study of metacognition breaks down the different cognitive functions the mind performs while processing information. In the context of CLT, the emphasis is on mental processes that occur during learning.