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What is the primary idea of constructivism in learning?
What is the primary idea of constructivism in learning?
How do learners build their new understanding according to constructivist principles?
How do learners build their new understanding according to constructivist principles?
Which statement best describes the nature of learning in a constructivist approach?
Which statement best describes the nature of learning in a constructivist approach?
In constructivism, how do children typically learn best?
In constructivism, how do children typically learn best?
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What role do prior experiences play in the constructivist learning process?
What role do prior experiences play in the constructivist learning process?
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Study Notes
Constructivism Overview
- Constructivism is a learning approach based on background knowledge, connecting new knowledge, and student-centered learning.
- It focuses on students learning how to learn.
- It's not teacher-centered or about isolated skills; knowledge is built by students.
Constructivism Characteristics
- Collaboration is a core characteristic.
- Students start with relevant problems.
- Interdisciplinary exploration and use of primary sources are key.
- High-order thinking tasks (HOT tasks) are used.
Principles of Constructivism
- Learning is a process of constructing new knowledge. It's not just collecting information.
- Each learner builds their own knowledge individually as they learn.
- Learners use their previous knowledge and experiences to construct new understanding.
- Learners connect current information and experiences with past knowledge.
- Learning is an active process (not passive).
- Learning is social; students interact with peers, teachers, and experts to build knowledge.
- Students learn through experience, experimentation, reading, discussions, asking, listening, thinking.
- Students reflect and express themselves individually and with others in speech, movement, and writing.
- Constructivism provides strategies to promote learning.
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This quiz explores the fundamentals of constructivism, a learning approach emphasizing how students learn rather than simply acquiring knowledge. Key characteristics such as collaboration, interdisciplinary exploration, and high-order thinking tasks will be highlighted. Discover how these principles shape the learning process and facilitate deeper understanding.
