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How do Different Educational Theories Apply to Group Study?
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Abstract
In the development process of education, different educational theories can have a significant impact on the behavior of educators. This article will focus on how constructivism is reflected in group learning and combine it with other theories, such as behaviorism to analyze the advantages and disadvantages of constructivism. Based on the actual situation and educational models, some suggestions are proposed to improve the efficiency of group learning. The final conclusion drawn from this paper is that constructivism is the theoretical core of group learning, and the advantages of group learning can be maximized through appropriate teacher intervention and classified teaching. This study can successfully help educators broaden their thinking and change teaching strategies, thereby achieving more effective teaching outcomes.
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group study, constructivism theory, behaviorism theory
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Gu,X. (2023). How do Different Educational Theories Apply to Group Study?. Lecture Notes in Education Psychology and Public Media,18,27-32.
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