Habituation – It is a simple non associative type of learning. Habituation is mainly seen in animals and birds wherein in depending upon the response of the stimuli, the animals and birds have modified the degree of their responses accordingly.
Sensitization – This type of learning is accounted after repeated doses of select stimuli. In case of a repeat process being undertaken a couple of times upon a subject it is sure to have harmful impact on it. For eg constant rubbing of the arm will make the area rubbed first feel warm and then after a while the area will ache due to constant rubbing.
Associative learning – This is also called as classical conditioning and is undertaken by repeated association with separate and pre occurring element.
Classical conditioning – This type of learning involves pairing up an unconditioned stimulus with another previously neutral stimulus on a repeated basis. The response then evolved becomes conditioned over a period of time
Imprinting – This termed is used in psychology and ethology to describe sensitive learning. This type of learning is seen in situations where the subject picks up characteristics of stimuli and hence called as imprinted on to the subject.
Observational learning – Observational learning is learning through imitation. Most humans have known to simply observe particular action or trait and pick up the same either consciously or unconsciously.
Play – Learning through play can be described as the most motivational learning process. Apart from developing adept skills and expertise, learning through play allows release of pent up energy and makes way for the desire to learn more.
Enculturation – Learning through the environment and the existing culture could be termed as enculturation. The environment and the culture which surrounds the subject plays a vital role in determining his life pattern and behaviour and hence the subject acquires a particular set of skills and traits.
Multimedia learning – Using multimedia to enhance one’s knowledge can be termed as multimedia learning. Here E-learning plays a vital role considering the use of multiple forms of digital content such as text, images, audio and video formats which are more effective in influencing the learner’s mind.
Rote learning – Rote learning is a learning process whereby the learner simply memorizes the matter without due understanding the concept and the underlying meaning of the subject. By mere repetition of the matter, the matter gets simply imbibed into the mind of the subject.
Informal learning – Informal learning simply takes place in the normal course of living. As you live, you simply learn to follow certain habits such as maintaining daily hygiene, following table manners and so on.
Formal learning – Formal learning is a systematic approach towards learning. For eg at school, the environment is conducive for studies, the teachers have been trained to teach while the students are at school in order to learn.
Nonformal learning – This learning process is a breakaway from the concept for formal learning system while encouraging like minded individuals getting together and sharing viewpoints, new ideas, latest information and all possible news related to their passion. The meetings could culminate into groups, communities, workshops, forums, seminars, clubs and so on.
Tangential learning – Learning and acquiring through self interest and attempts is termed as tangential learning. This learning process can be seen in amateurs and enthusiasts trying their level best to learn musical instruments, gardening and other hobby related activities.