IJoLE: International Journal of Language Education
Vol. 8, No. 3, 2024

Socio-cultural and Social Constructivist Theories and Its Application in EFL Classroom for Thai Pre-service Teachers: A Review for Further Research

Nithideechaiwarachok, Bussayarat (Unknown)
Chano, Jiraporn (Unknown)

Article Info

Publish Date
06 Oct 2024

Abstract

Socio-cultural and social constructivist theories are crucial in learning and education. This article aims to inform readers about socio-cultural and social constructivist theories and to present their application in language classrooms. The body of knowledge in this article was synthesized from journal articles and books concentrating on the theories that are significant in preparing pre-service teachers in EFL classrooms. The article begins with an overview of socio-cultural theory involving mediation, activity theory, cooperative learning activities, and scaffolding. Then, the article explains the social constructivist theory and its application in EFL classrooms. The final part of the article sheds light on suggestions and future research. 

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IJoLE: International Journal of Language Education
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Abbrev

ijole

Publisher

Universitas Negeri Makassar

Subject

Arts Humanities Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media Social Sciences

Description

IJoLE: International Journal of Language Education is an international peer reviewed and open access journal in language education. The aim is to publish conceptual and research articles that explore the application of any language in teaching and the everyday experience of language in education. ...