THEORETICAL FRAMEWORK 1
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Kayle Arlaus
School of Education, Liberty University
THEORETICAL FRAMEWORK 2
Theoretical Framework
The theoretical framework to guide this research study will focus on the constructivist
theory (Piaget et al., 1967). This theory helps define the fact that there are solutions to the
problem like the one in this study that deals with how students learn languages through different
experiences they have had. Connecting to this theory while researching solutions will help
students reach appropriate proficiency levels in the future.
Constructivist Theory
Behrens (2021) shares that the constructivist theory is built on the notion that new
knowledge is acquired through utilizing the past knowledge and experiences of a person to apply
to new knowledge they wish to acquire. Constructivist theory is essential to solving this problem
because it has a solution for students at all different stages of life and learning through the
breakdowns of what the brain can understand at different ages (Piaget et al., 1967). Not only this,
