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Psychology for the classroom: constructivism and social learning

Psychology for the classroom: constructivism and social learning
Psychology for the classroom: constructivism and social learning
Psychology for the Classroom: Constructivism and Social Learning provides a lively introduction to the much debated topics of talk and group collaboration in classrooms, and the development of interactive approaches to teaching. The authors provide a background to research in constructivist and social learning theory, offering a broad and practical analysis which focuses on contemporary issues and strategies, including the use of e-learning and multimedia. Throughout the book theory is linked with its practical implications for everyday teaching and learning and chapters incorporate:

* the history of constructivist and social learning theory and key thinkers

* pedagogical implications

* practical strategies for the classroom

* constructivist theory and e-learning.

Case studies and vignettes demonstrating best practice are used throughout the text, illustrating how monitored collaboration between learners can result in an effective learning environment where targets are met. Essential reading for practising teachers and students, this book is a valuable guide for those looking for provide effective teaching and learning within a constructivist framework
psychology, learning theory, classroom, social constructivism, pedagogy, research
9780415494809
Routledge
Pritchard, Alan
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Woollard, John
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Pritchard, Alan
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Woollard, John
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Pritchard, Alan and Woollard, John (2010) Psychology for the classroom: constructivism and social learning (Psychology for the Classroom), Oxford, UK. Routledge, 112pp.

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Psychology for the Classroom: Constructivism and Social Learning provides a lively introduction to the much debated topics of talk and group collaboration in classrooms, and the development of interactive approaches to teaching. The authors provide a background to research in constructivist and social learning theory, offering a broad and practical analysis which focuses on contemporary issues and strategies, including the use of e-learning and multimedia. Throughout the book theory is linked with its practical implications for everyday teaching and learning and chapters incorporate:

* the history of constructivist and social learning theory and key thinkers

* pedagogical implications

* practical strategies for the classroom

* constructivist theory and e-learning.

Case studies and vignettes demonstrating best practice are used throughout the text, illustrating how monitored collaboration between learners can result in an effective learning environment where targets are met. Essential reading for practising teachers and students, this book is a valuable guide for those looking for provide effective teaching and learning within a constructivist framework

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Submitted date: November 2009
Published date: 12 April 2010
Keywords: psychology, learning theory, classroom, social constructivism, pedagogy, research

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Local EPrints ID: 69354
URI: http://eprints.soton.ac.uk/id/eprint/69354
ISBN: 9780415494809
PURE UUID: b90ca5cd-9761-4d21-8537-f0ab35c4523f
ORCID for John Woollard: ORCID iD orcid.org/0000-0002-4518-0784

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Date deposited: 04 Nov 2009
Last modified: 24 Feb 2024 02:36

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Author: Alan Pritchard
Author: John Woollard ORCID iD

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