Which One of the Following Scenarios Best Reflects the Basic

question 10

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following scenarios best reflects the basic idea of social constructivism?

• A) Two students discuss possible interpretations of the proverb "A stitch in time saves nine."
• B) A teacher assigns a laboratory activity using cumbersome equipment that students can only use successfully by working in pairs.
• C) When a student borrows a classmate's marker without asking and then forgets to put the cap back on, leaving it dried out and useless by the following morning, her teacher reminds her of one of the class rules: "Respect other students' property."
• D) Four students in a study group divide the day's reading assignment into four sections. Each student reads a section and then teaches the material to the other group members.

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Definitions:

Victor of Aveyron

A feral child discovered in late 18th century France who became a subject of study in the development of language and education for children with severe disabilities.

Socialization

The process through which individuals learn and adapt to the norms, values, and behaviors of their society.

Impression Management

Impression Management is a process in which individuals attempt to influence the perceptions others have of them, through controlling information in social interactions.

Feral Children

Children who have lived significant portions of their formative years in isolated or non-human environments, often cited in studies of human socialization and behavior.