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Social constructivism
Definition
A view of learning that emphasizes the role of interaction, language, culture, and shared activity in the construction of knowledge.
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It highlights that learning can be shaped by communities and social contexts rather than only by individual cognition.
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Sources and evidence
- LeBOK — 3.2.1 Social Constructivism (direct)
- Modernizing Learning — Ch. 2-3, pp. 22-23, 45-48 (supporting)