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From Constructivism To Social Constructivism: A Vygotskian Perspective on Teaching and Learning Science.

1998; Association for Science Education; Volume: 79; Issue: 289 Linguagem: Inglês

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Derek Hodson, Julie Hodson,

Education and Critical Thinking Development

The basic principles of constructivist theory are outlined, and the limitations of the theory in terms of providing a worthwhile science education, discussed. A shift in emphasis from personal construction by individual learners towards social construction within the community of scientists and to a view of learning as a process of enculturation - as propounded by Vygotsky - is advocated. Such an approach would require purposeful teacher intervention.