Discovery learning is an inquiry-based, constructivist educational approach that emphasizes exploration and problem-solving while encouraging learner responsibility. Its advantages include active engagement, motivation, creativity, and personalized learning, although it faces criticisms such as information overload, resource requirements, and potential misconceptions. Examples of discovery learning include narrative learning, case-based learning, guided discovery, problem-based learning, simulation-based learning, and incidental learning.

1. DISCOVERY
LEARNING

2. DEFINITION
Discovery Learning is a
technique of inquiry-based
learning and is considered a
constructivist based approach
to education.

3. Main Attributes of Discovery Learning
 Exploring and problem solving
 Taking responsibility for learning
 Building new knowledge

4. Advantages of Discovery Learning
Active engagement
Promotes motivation
Promotes ownership of learning
The development of creativity and
problem solving skills
A tailored learning experience

5. Criticisms of Discovery Learning
Too much information
Often requires vast resources
Lack of teacher control
Potential misconceptions

6. Examples of Discovery Learning
Learning with and through narratives
 case-based learning
Guided discovery
Problem based learning
Simulation-based learning
Incidental learning