, PDP4802 ASSIGNMENT 1 2026
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DUE DATE: 15 MAY 2026
QUESTION 1
Instructions:
Read each classroom scenario carefully and answer the questions that follow. Use
relevant learning theories to justify your answers.
Scenario 1:
Technology Integration in Class A high school teacher introduces an online learning
platform for homework and quizzes to promote independent learning. Initially, learners
are excited, but after a few weeks, participation drops significantly. Many learners report
that they feel disconnected from the teacher and classmates when using the platform.
The teacher notices that learners complete tasks only when reminded and rarely explore
additional resources provided online. The teacher wants to understand why engagement
is low and how to improve it using learning theories.
Scenario 1: Technology Integration in Class
1.1. Learning theory explaining difficulty with self-paced online tasks
The learning theory that best explains why learners struggle with self-paced online tasks is
constructivism, particularly when considered alongside elements of self-regulated learning
theory. Constructivist theory, as advanced by Jean Piaget and Lev Vygotsky, emphasises that
learners actively construct knowledge through interaction, engagement, and meaningful
experiences rather than passively receiving information. In a purely online, self-paced
environment, learners may lack sufficient guidance, scaffolding, and interaction, which are
613861
DUE DATE: 15 MAY 2026
QUESTION 1
Instructions:
Read each classroom scenario carefully and answer the questions that follow. Use
relevant learning theories to justify your answers.
Scenario 1:
Technology Integration in Class A high school teacher introduces an online learning
platform for homework and quizzes to promote independent learning. Initially, learners
are excited, but after a few weeks, participation drops significantly. Many learners report
that they feel disconnected from the teacher and classmates when using the platform.
The teacher notices that learners complete tasks only when reminded and rarely explore
additional resources provided online. The teacher wants to understand why engagement
is low and how to improve it using learning theories.
Scenario 1: Technology Integration in Class
1.1. Learning theory explaining difficulty with self-paced online tasks
The learning theory that best explains why learners struggle with self-paced online tasks is
constructivism, particularly when considered alongside elements of self-regulated learning
theory. Constructivist theory, as advanced by Jean Piaget and Lev Vygotsky, emphasises that
learners actively construct knowledge through interaction, engagement, and meaningful
experiences rather than passively receiving information. In a purely online, self-paced
environment, learners may lack sufficient guidance, scaffolding, and interaction, which are
