Vygotsky and Pedagogy - Hardcover

Daniels, Harry

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0415237661 ISBN 13: 9780415237666

Publisher: Routledge, 2001

Synopsis

The theories of Vygotsky are central to any serious discussion of children's learning processes. Vygotsky argues that children do not develop in isolation, rather learning takes place when the child is interacting with their social environment. It is the responsibility of the teacher to establish an interactive instructional situation in the classroom, where the child is an active learner and the teacher uses their knowledge to guide learning. This has many implications for those in the educational field.
This book explores the growing interest in Vygotsky and the pedagogic implications of the body of work that is developing under the influence of his theories. It provides an overview of the ways in which the original writing has been extended and identifies areas for future development. The author considers how these developments are creating new and important possibilities for the practices of teaching and learning in school and beyond, and illustrates how Vygotskian theory can be applied in the classroom.
The book is intended for students and academics in education and the social sciences. It will be of interest to all those who wish to develop an analysis of pedagogic practice within and beyond the field of education.

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Review:

'In giving us a very comprehensive review of work in ‘cultural’ psychology, Daniels has pointed the way to a more thorough analysis of each particular aspect mentioned. Finally, his chosen approach is infused with the new air of explanatory adequacy that the originality of his own approach provides.' - Carol MacDonald, Cultural Psychology

About this edition

• Publisher: Routledge
• Publication date: 2001
• ISBN 10: 0415237661
• ISBN 13: 9780415237666
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 208