- Viewpoint: This discussion viewed both Piaget's and Vygotsky's theories of education. Both men were revered for their revolutionary interests in the ever-changing education for the youth. Although, each faced criticism for lack of models to follow and how the subject should be addressed.
- What are some of the implications of Piaget for teachers? In other words, how could you, as a teacher, use some of Piaget's ideas and theories?
- What are some of the criticisms directed towards Piaget and his theory?
- What is the "Zone of Proximal Development?
- What are some criticisms of Vygotsky's theory?
- What are some of the implications of Vygotsky for teachers? In other words, how could you, as a teacher, use some of Vygotsky's ideas and theories?
- Summary
- Research Question
Why is it important to understand how children learn and ensure that teachers have the skills needed to implement educational standards?
- Research Results
Understanding children is crucial to increase social skills. When talking to students, their body and facial language is the way teachers can understand how they feel. Conversations that focuses on the students’ physical and emotional well-being boost social interactions. (Changnon) These sessions students become more interested in activates presented than those without. Students continue to grow and have better social events with others.
Teaching is a rewarding professional It seems that each state has strict standards and guidelines for teachers. Most teachers have to graduate from college and past the Praxis to get a teaching certificate. The ability to teach students what they need to be successful is important so they learn what the need to continue their education. It is important to know how students learn, which will help teachers with making a decisions on how they teach. The benefit of receiving a good education is the topic of many debates. Students benefit from people who know the material and can teach them what they need from it.
- Research Summary:
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Vygotsky, L.S. (1978). Mind in Society: The Development of Higher Psychological Processes. Cambridge, Massachusetts: Harvard University Press
"Vygotsky's Zone of Proximal Development." Vygotsky's Zone of Proximal Development. N.p., n.d. Web. 20 June 2015.
Changnon, Tom. "Importance of Social Interactions." Http://www.stancoe.org/cfs/handouts/specialnds/pdf/importanceofsocialinteractions.pdf. N.p., n.d. Web. 21 June 2015.