About the blog
“Sociocultural Theories for Teaching and Learning” is a practitioner-oriented blog created and managed by Dr Xuan Minh Ngo under the sponsorship of the International Education and Lifelong Learning Institute, University of St Andrews, UK. The blog aims to provide a bridge between sociocultural theories and pedagogical research and practices. The opinions expressed in each blog post are of individual authors and do not necessarily represent the views of the blog administrator and the International Education Institute. The International Education and Lifelong Learning Institute does not accept responsibility for any of the claims made in this blog.
Our primary audience includes pre-service and in-service educational practitioners, such as postgraduate students, classroom teachers, program coordinators/ managers, and education support staff. The blog also caters to those seeking an accessible introduction to sociocultural theories. Social theories encompass a broad spectrum of theories that explicitly account for the influence of social and cultural factors on teaching and learning. Examples include but are not limited to Vygotsky’s sociocultural theory (SCT), cultural-historical activity theory (CHAT), ecological perspective, Bandura’s socio-cognitive theory, and complexity theory.
The blog is updated regularly and comprises three main types of posts, namely “Concepts & Implications”, “Sociocultural Chats”, and “Research Sharing”. All content is authored by academics and/or educational practitioners knowledgeable about the subject matter. Where appropriate and possible, posts undergo open peer review prior to publication. Author(s), reviewer(s), and editor(s) are credited at the beginning of each post, with additional biographical data provided at the end.
Each “Concepts & Implications” post concisely introduces one sociocultural theory/ theoretical concept and discusses its implications for teaching and learning in no more than 1,500 words. The “Research Sharing” section features 1,500-word summaries of recently completed research that draws on sociocultural theories and has clear pedagogical implications. The “Sociocultural Chats” section presents engaging interviews, 1,500 to 2,000 words long, with emerging and established experts, sharing their perspectives on sociocultural theories and how these ideas inform teaching and research practices.
We welcome contributions to our blog. Prospective contributors are encouraged to read our “Call for Contributions” for further details and contact us via the “Feedback & Contact” section. Thank you for your interest in this blog, and please help us spread the word within your professional network.
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