Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Definition
Interacting refers to the process of engaging with or having a reciprocal exchange with one's environment. It involves actively participating and responding to stimuli in order to acquire knowledge or skills.
Scaffolding is a teaching method where more knowledgeable individuals provide support and guidance for learners as they interact with their environment.
Operant conditioning is a learning theory that suggests behavior is influenced by consequences such as rewards or punishments received during interactions with the environment.