Which theoretical foundations inform constructivist classroom practices?
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Correct answer: Cognitive constructivism (Piaget) and social constructivism (Vygotsky, Bruner)
Constructivist pedagogy draws on cognitive theories (Piaget) and social-cultural theories (Vygotsky, Bruner), which view learning as individual cognitive construction plus social interaction.
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