Dialogism is the notion that meaning is made from interaction (dialogue) between multiple perspectives.

Dialogism

A theory that recognizes the learners' understanding and knowledge based on their own experiences prior to entering school. Rather than simply taking in knowledge, learners take the opportunity to reinforce and build their own understanding of the topic, derived from what they already know and what is being presented to them.

Constructivism (in Education)

Proposed by Russian psychologist Lev Vygotsky, the sociocultural theory of development posits that human cognitive development is fundamentally rooted in one's culture. According to this perspective, a child's social environment provides the foundation for the formation of language and thought. Consequently, the language an individual speaks and their cognitive processes are shaped by their cultural background. Vygotsky also emphasized the significance of historical influences on an individual's developmental process.

Vygotsky's Sociocultural Theory of Development

- Dialogism
- Sociocultural theory of learning
- Social constructivism

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An indirect method of education that relies on open-ended questions and collaboration to further students' knowledge.

Discussion in Education

Teo, P. (2019). Teaching for the 21st century: A case for dialogic pedagogy. Learning, Culture and Social Interaction 21, p. 170-178. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.lcsi.2019.03.009

Teaching for the 21st century: A case for dialogic pedagogy

- may put students on the spot
- harder to parse out main points of discussion

Cons of Discussion in Education

- allows for synthesis of ideas
- allows for a more fluid learning environment
- increases student comfort in asking for help
- encourages critical thinking and evaluation of information
- fosters creativity

Pros of Discussion in Education

Theories of Dialogic Teaching

- overcrowded classrooms
- focus on curriculum and content
- lack of teacher training
- dismissal of constructivist approach to teaching
- reliance on direct instruction

Obstacles to Dialogic Teaching

- inquiry
- collaboration
- critical thinking
- teacher as co-learner
- knowledge as co-constructed and dynamic
- authentic problem-solving

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