Discussion Thread - Applying Developmental Theories

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Alice is a 9-year-old girl attending third grade at Grace B. Wilson Elementary in Kirtland, NM. Alice is showing certain behaviors meddling with her ability to learn and participate in the classroom. The target behavior being seen could relate to ADHD, observed through interactions and observation of Alice in the classroom. Alice will also speak out of turn and cause disruption to the class. Due to these actions, there are consequences. Still, because of how the situation is being addressed or handled, Alice will likely continue the behavior because she is receiving some attention. This then leads to her receiving the outcome that she is looking for. Explain how Piaget's developmental theory could be used to support the student According to Piaget's developmental theory, it is said that "children grow into adults who can reason, think and learn." Implementing Piaget's theory could be used in a way to help Alice through different accommodations that suit her situations in the classroom setting. Accommodating these situations with different outcomes will be a way in which good behavior is reinforced. In contrast, the bad behavior is overlooked or not receiving the attention it was used to receiving. This approach moves the goal to change Alice's behaviors or outbursts. (Slavin & Schunk, 2021). It will start different behavior patterns for her, such as waiting to be called on by the teacher and raining her hand if she needs to ask or answer questions. With this behavior, it is essential to focus on what and how the behavior outcomes play out. Is the outcome in favor of what Alice wants? Is the outcome better for just Alice or the whole class? Explain how Vygotsky's developmental theory could be used to support the student Vygotsky's developmental theory comprises three components: zone of proximal development, inner speech, and scaffolding. It is a theory in which cognitive abilities are developed through social interaction with others during childhood. (Slavin & Schunk, 2021) In Alice's situation, Vygotsky's developmental theory could be used. Alice can use the interactions she has with other students in the classroom to see what is appropriate behavior. Still, she can see the bad behavior as well. Using this theory, a couple different approaches could be taken in the classroom environment itself. One approach could be to switch up the seating arrangements for the classroom and ensure Alice is paired up with students that do not have negative behavior patterns. If she is paired with students who model good behavior, she can learn from them and start emulating their good habits. Which theory provides the most appropriate support for the student you described? Why? During Alice's assessment, she is more likely to continue her behavior if attention is given to her when calling out in the classroom and acting negatively. She knows that if she does not raise her hand or shout out, the teacher will go to her and give her what she wants, therefore reinforcing that negative behavior. Due to that assessment, Vygotsky's theory is the one that should be used for Alice. She can learn from the good behaviors around her, and she will not be given reinforcement for acting in negative behavior. She will learn to raise her hand and wait to be called on in the classroom like any other student. This will ensure that her negative behaviors are not given the attention they usually do. Adding in the different social interactions with her peers will be more of a motivating factor for her to act appropriately in the classroom.

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