The document discusses the educational theory of constructivism. It is a student-centered approach where learning occurs through hands-on experiences and problem solving. Key figures in developing constructivism include Jean Piaget, Lev Vygotsky, and John Dewey. In a constructivist classroom, teachers act as facilitators by presenting real-world problems for students to solve typically in collaborative groups, while assessment focuses on project-based work and observation of student activities.

1. Constructivism
By:
Coral Batchelder

2. Constructivism
How?
What?
Who?
My Classroom

3. What is Constructivism?
 Learning by doing
 Constructivists believe in hands-on
learning
 It is not teacher centered

4. What is Constructivism? Cont.
 Uses real life experiences
 Problem solving
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5. Who Leads Constructivism?
1. Jean Piaget
2. Lev Vygotsky
3. John Dewey

6. Who Leads Constructivism? Cont.
A Closer Look at Jean Piaget:
 Children and adults learn
differently
 Knowledge builds upon
itself
 Stages: sensorimotor,
preoperational, concrete
operational, formal
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7. How is it Utilized?
 Teachers present problems
 Students usually work in groups
 Relies on primary sources

8. How is it Utilized? Cont.
 Teachers are mediators
 Assessment through observation of
work
 Portfolios, exhibitions, and projects
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9. How Will it be Used in My
Classroom?
 I would…
 Allow group work occasionally
 Assign projects

10. How Will it be Used in My
Classroom? Cont.
 I believe…
 Most students learn better hands on
 But, some learn better other ways
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