SOCIAL INTERACTIONS AROUND US

By: Syrene B. Baguhin

INTRODUCTION (Vygotsky Theory)

Vygotsky Theory is that social interaction plays a very important in cognitive development. Vygotsky theories
build own learning process, Improve oral and writing skills through work, be able to read, understand and
explain to others scientific texts. This theory did not focus on the individual child but on the child as a product
of social interaction, especially with adults and it also focuses on dynamic interactions rather than child by
himself.

STRENGTHS

The skills of Vygotsky Theory are the following:

 It focused on assessing child potential via the ZPD.

 Offered new perspective on ways to teach children.

 Increased focus on cultural variation and historical influence.

 Enhancement in human ability to dynamically engage in social interactions and shape experiences.

 Development of a deeper understanding of the importance of past experiences and prior knowledge in
making sense of present situations.
CRITICISM

 Vygotsky did not specify how he would apply his theory to the classroom.

 Overemphasizes language and literature. How does that work for non-verbal areas of activity like
music?
 Too much emphasis on the social aspect of learning.

 Ideas are not fully explained.

 Overly optimistic.

 No consideration of gender.

 Informal research methods.

 Underemphasizes individuals.

CONCLUSION

Vygotsky theory was important in education since these works provide tools for the development of
individuals learning like considering the learning as semiotic process where participation in socially mediated
activities is essential and the social interaction emphasized that effective learning happens through
participation in social activities making the social context of learning crucial.

SIDE & JUSTIFICATION

I agree with this theory because it is important and very useful in the field of education to know/aware from
our surroundings. I believe in the theories and ideas put forth by Lev Vygotsky so as a future educator, I must
do a plan on using ideas and activities from this theory in my classroom to promote self regulation and early
reading skills.
 CHILDREN SELF-DISCOVERY THROUGH INTERACTION WITH ENVIRONMENT

By: Judy Amor Daro

Introduction: Jean Piaget's Theory

In this theory, It has self-discovery where children discover for themselves through interaction with the
environment .

This theory also have a cognitive development that is mostly universal across cultures, stems from
independent explorations, Individual process become social process and the peers are important as change
agents.

Children benefit only from experiences that they can relate to what they already know.

STRENGTHS

 Piaget's theory is wide-raging and influencial.

 Revealed and important invariants in cognitive development.

 Active rather than passive view of the child.

 Piaget's ideas have generated a huge amount of research which has increased our understanding of
cognitive development.

 His ideas have been of practical use in understanding and communicating with children, particularly in
the field of education.
CRITICISM

 Children may be at more than one level of cognitive maturity at a time.

 Cognitive development does not proceed in rigid stages or steps.

 Children exibit some cognitive abilities earlier than Piaget indicated.

 You can speed-up cognitive development. You don't have to wait for the child to be ready.

 The development of language is a cause not a consequence of cognitive development.

CONCLUSION

In this theory, Jean Piaget went on to creating his theory of the four stages of child development where he
was able to identify the changes of each stage passed by. In short, he showed us how children grew
intellectual from infancy to adult.

There are many practical applications that can be made from Piaget's theory. By using these things in our
teaching, we can hopefully teach students in a way that will help them be the most effective learners.

Keep in mind that children don't always move from one stage to another at the same time. They will always
move from one stage to The next in the same order but you may have students in your classroom or different
levels.

SIDE & JUSTIFICATIONS

I am agree with Jean Piaget's theory because he prove that children are pre-adapted to learning, they have a
natural curiosity, active participants in the learning process, cognitive development entails the acquisition of
symbols and children are active participants in the learning process.
 FINAL OUTPUT
IN
EDUC 5
MWF 9:30-10:30

Submitted by:
JUDY AMOR DARO
BEEd 3

Submitted by:
EVAMY ALABAN
INSTRUCTOR
 FINAL OUTPUT
IN
EDUC 5
MWF 9:30-10:30

Submitted by:
SYRENE B. BAGUHIN

Submitted by:
EVAMY ALABAN
INSTRUCTOR