Constructivism Learning Principles PDF

learning based on constructivism  Principles of constructivism approach- core ideas The basic idea of constructivism is that knowledge is constructed in the mind of the learner principles of learning based on constructivism 1. Learning is a constructive pr...

learning based on constructivism  Principles of constructivism approach- core ideas The basic idea of constructivism is that knowledge is constructed in the mind of the learner principles of learning based on constructivism 1. Learning is a constructive process of building new knowledge and not simply the collection of information from various sources. Each learner individually constructs his own knowledge as he or she learns. Learners build their new understanding by using their previous knowledge and experiences. Learners construct new knowledge by connecting the current information and experiences with their previous knowledge. Learning is an active process rather than passive. Learner is not passive recipient of the information alone.  Learning is a social activity. In learning student interact with peers, teachers, family members and experts in the field. Though students construct their own knowledge but they also use other‟s experience for building final knowledge.  In constructivism approach the children learn in a variety of ways, through experience, doing things, experimentation, reading, discussions, asking, listening, thinking and reflection and expressing oneself in speech, movement or writing both individually and with other.  It provides strategies for promoting learning.