Firstly, all these theories aim to explain how people learn and develop. They all acknowledge that individuals are not passive receivers of information, but active participants in the learning process. According to these theories, learning is a product of interactions between individuals and their environment, and it can be influenced by various factors such as rewards, punishments, modeling, and goal setting.

Key Point: They explain how people learn and develop, and they all agree that people are not just passive receivers of information, but active participants in learning.

What are the differences between attending a school in Myanmar (pictured on the left) compared to the American classroom on the right? What is similar?

Cultural Context

Secondly, these theories emphasize the importance of context in shaping behavior and learning. They recognize that individuals are influenced by their social, cultural, and historical contexts, and that these factors can affect their attitudes, beliefs, and values. These theories also say that learning depends on many things, like rewards and punishments, copying others, and setting goals.

 

Key Point: Thes theories point out that where and when people learn is important, and that people are influenced by their culture, history, and the people around them.