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2C-2I-1R Constructivist Approach

This document discusses the constructivist approach to learning. It explains that constructivism posits that learning is an active process where learners construct new ideas based upon their current and past knowledge. Key theorists who supported constructivism, such as Piaget and Vygotsky, are mentioned. The document then provides examples of how constructivism can be applied in the classroom, including using hands-on learning, valuing student questions, and assessing student learning through observation. Overall, constructivism views learners as active creators of their own knowledge rather than passive receivers of information.

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2C-2I-1R Constructivist Approach

This document discusses the constructivist approach to learning. It explains that constructivism posits that learning is an active process where learners construct new ideas based upon their current and past knowledge. Key theorists who supported constructivism, such as Piaget and Vygotsky, are mentioned. The document then provides examples of how constructivism can be applied in the classroom, including using hands-on learning, valuing student questions, and assessing student learning through observation. Overall, constructivism views learners as active creators of their own knowledge rather than passive receivers of information.

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THE 2C – 2I – 1R

PEDAGOGICAL APPROACHES

CONSTRUCTIVISM
APPROACH
Prepared by: Sir Anthony C. Literal
Facebook: Hashtag Marky C. Literal
Twitter: King Marky
Constructivism
It is basically a theory – based on observation and
scientific study – about how people learn.
The theory of constructivism is an approach to
learning suggesting that children must construct their
own understandings of the world in which they live.
In comparison to behaviourism, the learner is not a
blank slate (tabula rasa), but instead brings past
experiences and cultural factors to a situation and
new information is constructed from prior knowledge
Constructivism
Learners construct their own understanding and
knowledge of the world through experiencing things
and reflecting on those experiences.
Learning is an active, contextualized process of
constructing knowledge rather than acquiring it.
Information must be mentally acted on,
manipulated, and transformed by learners in order
to have meaning.
Theorists supporting Constructivism
Jean Piaget (1896 – 1980) – Stages of Cognitive
Development
John Dewey (1859 – 1952) – Progressive Education
Lev Vygotsky (1896 – 1934) – Social Development
Theory
Jerome Bruner (1915 - ) – Discovery Learning Theory
How Constructivism is Applied in the Classroom?

1. Teachers should have lessons where “hands – on”


experimentation, problem solving, logical reasoning,
and authentic learning are emphasized.

2. Teachers should generally behave in an


interactive manner mediating the environment for
students where student questions are highly valued.
How is Constructivism is Applied in the
Classroom?
3. Teachers should seek the student’s point of view in
order to understand student learning for use in
subsequent lessons.

4. Assessment of student learning should be


interwoven with teaching and occur through
teacher observation of students at work and
through presentations and portfolios.
Constructivist Approach
Shows learners to be active in the process of
constructing meaning and knowledge rather than
passively receiving information.

It fosters critical thinking and provides learners with a


learning environment that helps them make
connections with their learning.

Learners are the makers of meaning and


knowledge.
Strategies:
1. Thinking Skills

2. Activity Based

3. Direct Instruction


How a constructivist Classroom
look like?
In order to follow the principles behind constructive
cognitive development, You must incorporate the
following strategies:
a. Provide scaffolding to extend student’s zone of
proximal development.
b. Involve students in activities which engage the mind as
well as the hands.
c. Have students work in groups often.
d. Initiate group discussions and debates allowing
students to share their own thoughts and opinions.
Comparison of Traditional
Teaching and Constructivism
THE 2C – 2I – 1R
PEDAGOGICAL APPROACHES

“Knowledge comes but


Wisdom Lingers”
Thank You and God bless us 

Facebook: Hashtag Marky C. Literal


Twitter: King Marky
Email: anthonyliteral@[Link]

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