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Contructivism Approach

Constructivism is a learning theory that suggests people actively construct their own understanding and knowledge through experiences. Key aspects of constructivism include learning being an active process where knowledge is constructed based on experiences, and learning being a personal interpretation of the world. Constructivist teaching methods focus on creating a democratic and interactive environment where the teacher facilitates learning and students are autonomous. Activities like films, field trips, class discussions and experiments allow students to apply concepts in multiple contexts and actively engage in building their own knowledge.

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Constructivist Approach Reinze L. Vito Jhonalyn Gonowon
ou cannot teach a man anything; ou can only help him find it within himself YY “ ”
Is group activity a reliable assessment method?“ ” THE ARGUMENT
Constructivism Constructivism says that people construct their own understanding and knowledge of the world through experiencing things and reflecting on those experiences.
Constructivism based on the belief that learning occurs as learners are actively involved in a process of meaning and knowledge construction rather than passively receiving information
Constructivism • Learning is an active process • Knowledge is constructed from (and shaped by) experience • Learning is a personal interpretation of the world
Characteristics • According to Audrey Gray – the learners are actively involved – the environment is democratic – the activities are interactive and student- centered – the teacher facilitates a process of learning in which students are encouraged to be responsible and autonomous
Activities Film s Film s Field TripsField Trips Class Discussion Class Discussion Experime ntation Experime ntation Research ProjectsResearch Projects
Films provide visual context and thus bring another sense into the learning experience
Class Discussion one of the most important distinctions of constructivist teaching methods
Field Trips allows students to put the concepts and ideas discussed in class in a real- world context.
Research Projects students research a topic and can present their findings to the class
Experimentation students research a topic and can present their findings to the class
Traditional Classroom vs. Constructivist Classroom
Traditional Classroom Constructivist Classroom Begins with parts of the whole -- emphasizes basic skills Begins with the whole –expanding to parts Strict adherence to fixed curriculum Pursuit of student questions / interest Textbooks and workbooks Primary sources / manipulative materials Instructor gives/ students receive Learning is interaction‐ building on what students already know Instructor assumes directive, authoritative role Instructor interacts / negotiates with students Assessment via testing / correct answers Assessment via student works, observations, points of view, tests. Process is as important as product Knowledge is inert Knowledge is dynamic / changes with experiences Students work individually Students work in groups
Role of Teachers
• the most commonly used instructional strategy ModelingModeling There are two (2) types of modeling: 1.Behavioral Modeling 2.Cognitive Modeling
• naturally and necessarily involves responses that are situated in the learner’s task performance CoachingCoaching
• a more systemic approach to supporting the learner, focusing on the task, the environment, the teacher, and the learner ScaffoldingScaffolding
Assessment Methods
Summary 1.Shifts emphasis from teaching to learning 2.Individualizes and contextualizes students’ learning experiences 3.Helps students develop processes, skills and attitudes 4.Considers students’ learning styles 5.Focuses on knowledge construction, not reproduction 6.Uses authentic tasks to engage learners
7. Provides for meaningful, problem based‐ thinking 8. Requires negotiation of meaning 9. Requires reflection of prior and new knowledge 10.Extends students beyond content presented to them
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