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1. Introduction

As a teacher, the awareness of the effectiveness of a learning theory to a specific learner is

very important. This is because as a teacher and a tutor, one must make sure that a certain
syllabus or topic is being effectively delivered to the learner. Other than that, a teacher must
also know the learners themselves and how one differs from another (Noriarti, Ying, &
Syarifah, 2017). As one of the main resources for teaching models and ideas, a learning
theory is vital in the process of developing an effective teaching methodology. Learning
theories covers the basic fundamentals of how a learner will develop both mentally and
physically and also how the both the environment and also the natural factors of
development contribute to a learners learning effectiveness (Nicholl, 2014).

1.1 Social Learning Theory

Social theory is one of the learning theories that has been introduced to the world by Albert
Bandura and based on the theory, it was suggested that learners learn from observation,
modelling and imitation (Bandura, 1977). Moreover, it mainly suggests that learners learn
best through direct experience and peer teaching (cite). Other than that, it is also stated that
for learners to be able to learn, they will need both intrinsic and extrinsic motivation in order
for them to be able to drive themselves forward (Bandura, 1977). If both extrinsic and
intrinsic motivation is obtained, learners will then be able to perform the action based on the
method chosen from the process of observing others (Noriarti, Ying, & Syarifah, 2017).

1.2 Social Teaching Model

Suitable to the social learning theory, the social teaching model was developed, so that the
teaching and learning implication is suitable to the social learning theory mentioned earlier.
Other than that, this model also helps in training the learners so that they will be capable in
synthesizing and solving problems by mainly interacting with their peers (Noriarti, Ying, &
Syarifah, 2017). Moreover, the social teaching model also introduced vicarious learning in
which learners will learn mainly from modelling and through this, they will develop new
behaviours and emotions and also at the same time encourages the learner to learn by
themselves, the skills to observe, imitate and organizes skills. From this, learners will learn
how to motivate themselves in creating a more desired behaviour based on the society
surrounding the learner (Juachon, 2012).
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2. Implications

Based on the social learning theory, one of the implications that can be applied during a
teaching and learning session is the incorporation of modelling-based activity, where
teachers will become the main example for the students to observe (Wilson L. O., 2014).
When the students succeed in mimicking a desired skill, the teacher will then give praises
and gifts as part of the extrinsic motivation that the students can obtain in order for them to
further develop the skill on their own (Joyce, Weil, & Feiman, 1973).

On the other hand, for social teaching model, the teacher can incorporate more group work
to promote cooperative learning and at the same time encourages the students to learn from
their peers and also at the same time be a teacher to their peers. This will help the learner to
build their own self confidence and thus will help develop their intrinsic motivation in
developing their skills and ability. Other than that, through group work, learners can also
learn to cooperate with their peers in order develop, thus promoting the concept of social
teaching model where learners learn through social interactions (Noriarti, Ying, & Syarifah,
2017).
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3. Teaching and Learning Activities

Based on both social learning theory and social teaching model, these teaching and learning
activity is suitable to be applied in a normal classroom (Artflex, 2016). This is because these
activities utilize the current methods and approaches of teaching suitable to the 21st century
education framework standards and also the social learning theory by Albert Bandura.

3.1 The social media collaboration activity

In this activity, the teacher will have to provide a blog page for the student to post about their
ideas and discussion about a certain topic that the teacher will provide earlier before. Using
this method, it will then be easier for the learner to instantly share their findings with their
teammates and also discuss about it over-the-air. The teacher will then have to constantly
monitor the progress of the group. On the next class, the teacher will then use an LCD
projector to show to the class, the discussion thread performed by each group, the teacher
will then discuss with the rest of the class, the relevance and agreeability of a certain point
brought up by a fellow student.

3.2 Peer-mentoring game

In this activity, a wide area coverage will be needed. The students will then have to line up in
a straight line, and far from each other, to the point in which a normal conversation will not
be heard clearly. The teacher will then present a factual information to the first student, and
the student will then have to master the information before proceeding to his or her
teammate to present the factual information in his/her own words. The sequence will then
continue until the end of the line. The team with the most accurate information by the end of
the line, wins the game.
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4. Conclusion

As a conclusion, the social learning theory and the social teaching model provides teachers
with a handful of pedagogy and methodology in the teaching and learning session. This is
because both the theory and the model focuses more on the social interaction of the
students and also the process of observation and mimicking (Wilson L. O., 2014). Through
this theory and model, a teacher can make students better both in their social lives and
academics.
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5. References

Artflex. (2016). Online Classroom. Social Learning Activities, 1-3.

Bandura, A. (1977). Social Learning Theory. Englewood Cliffs: Prentice Hall.

Joyce, B., Weil, M., & Feiman, S. (1973). Models of Teaching. Chicago: The University of
Chicago Press.

Juachon, L. (2012). Social Cognitive Theory. Selangor: EDS.

Nicholl, T. (2014). Cultural-mediated identity. vygotskyean theory, 1-21.

Noriarti, A. R., Ying, B. P., & Syarifah, F. S. (2017). Murid dan Pembelajaran. Shah Alam:
Oxford Fajar.

Wilson, L. O. (2014, April 3). The Second Principle. Retrieved from Models of Teaching:
https://www.thesecondprinciple.org

Wilson, M. S., & Peterson, P. L. (2006). Theories of Learnig and Teaching. What do They
Mean for Educators. Washington: National Education Association.