Theories

Theories are a very important part of knowing why and how we learn things the way we do. One very important theory is Vygotsky's theory of scaffolding. This theory is important because it shows that children learn from their peers. If you have a student who is an expert reader, and a student who is not a very good reader, set up a buddy system. I will implement this theory in my classroom by setting up time out of each day to assess what level each of my student it as at the end of the lesson. With the students who were at a lower level, set them up with a student who is not struggling and is going above what is expected. Over time, students who are not experts can attain more of the thinking load for themselves. This idea of scaffolding helps a student to understand where the other students are coming from. It is significant in the classroom to set up positive role models for students to follow. Another important theory is Kohlberg's theory of moral development. Understanding the way your students develop morally, can help you understand how delicately you need to handle certain situations with them. There is a consistent pattern of development that is across cultures and religions. And because of this, morals develop differently within different people. And when teaching your students, keep all of those facts into mind.

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