Social Learning supported by FeedbackFruits
Empower your students to gain deeper understanding of the subject and develop transferable skills that they can apply beyond the classroom.
Author: Javier Gregori, Director, Growth & EdTech Portfolio
I am an EdTech professional with a Ph.D. in Education Sciences and a passion for driving innovation and technology adoption in education. Over the years, I have held leadership roles at organizations like Blackboard (now Anthology), where I led international teams and had the privilege to support many educational institutions across the EMEA region.
What is social
learning?
From a social learning perspective, knowledge is constructed while individuals are engaging in activities, receiving feedback, and participating in other forms of human interaction in public, social contexts. Another key concept for this pedagogy is that of “modelling” where learners are offered patterns to illustrate desired behaviour. Elements of social learning can be included in instructional design to enhance learning outcomes, inclusion and social skills.
Why social learning?
Learning management systems nowadays include many tools for interaction and communication, but these tools, per se, do not turn learning into social. Chances are that even in these environments, students continue to learn (and possibly struggle) individually. Social learning brings deeper understanding and outcomes while better supporting students as part of a community of practice.
Increased student engagement
Incorporating social learning elements (ie. modelling) increases learning engagement by promoting collaboration, interaction, and community building.
Hill et al., 2009
Social Learning Theory and Web-Based Learning Environments: A Review of Research and Discussion of Implications
Deeper learning
Social learning generates deeper learning, demonstrated through change in attitudes, beliefs and world views.
Reed et al., 2010
What is Social Learning?
Enhanced student motivation
A significant portion of students prefers social learning tools, and advocate for continued use in formal learning environments
Cilliers, 2010
Reflecting on Social Learning Tools to Enhance the Teaching-Learning Experience of Generation Z Learners
How does FeedbackFruits support social learning?
Effective social learning requires careful consideration of various learning design factors to maximize its impact.
Group size plays a crucial role, as large groups can generate overwhelming interactions. If reducing size isn't feasible, limiting the frequency or length of discussions can improve engagement. FeedbackFruits' Discussion on Work helps facilitate meaningful online conversations.
Inclusion is essential, as differences in gender, culture, and academic background affect social learning. Thoughtful group formation, supported by Group Formation fosters dynamic and diverse teams.
Modelling enhances understanding by providing meaningful examples rather than just templates. FeedbackFruits' Comprehension learning activity helps students grasp key concepts by highlighting predefined topics.
Diverse resources improve accessibility and engagement. FeedbackFruits provides Interactive Study Materials to cater to different learning preferences.
Group size plays a crucial role, as large groups can generate overwhelming interactions. If reducing size isn't feasible, limiting the frequency or length of discussions can improve engagement. FeedbackFruits' Discussion on Work helps facilitate meaningful online conversations.
Inclusion is essential, as differences in gender, culture, and academic background affect social learning. Thoughtful group formation, supported by Group Formation fosters dynamic and diverse teams.
Modelling enhances understanding by providing meaningful examples rather than just templates. FeedbackFruits' Comprehension learning activity helps students grasp key concepts by highlighting predefined topics.
Diverse resources improve accessibility and engagement. FeedbackFruits provides Interactive Study Materials to cater to different learning preferences.
Get started with social learning using our pre-made learning templates
These templates—designed by experienced educators—offer proven structures for implementing social learning. Simply select a template, customize it, and launch engaging activities in minutes.
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Social learning, directly within your LMS
FeedbackFruits integrates seamlessly with your Learning Management System, making it simple to incorporate social learning activities into your existing courses. Whether you teach online, hybrid, or face-to-face, FeedbackFruits ensures that activating student participation is just a few clicks away—no additional overhead, no steep learning curve.
Explore our free resources about social learning
Inclusive teaching and UDL: a comprehensive guide
A full guide to create a strong learning community with meaningful engagement and interactions using social learning, UDL, and inclusive learning.
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What is social learning?
This article will shed light upon this burning question via in-depth discussion of ways to stimulate a positive learning community, by utilizing social learning theory and technological support.
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Revolutionize engagement and interactions at South Plain College
Instructors at South Plains College utilized several tools to enhance inclusion and interactions in two English courses.
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