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    The document discusses constructivism, a learning theory based on the idea that learners actively construct knowledge through experiences. There are four key principles: 1) knowledge is individually constructed rather than passively received, 2) learning is a social activity, 3) learning is contextual and builds on prior knowledge, and 4) motivation is important for learning. Constructivist classrooms have students and teachers share authority, use small group work, and build on eliciting prior knowledge, creating cognitive dissonance, applying knowledge with feedback, and reflecting on learning. Examples of activities include reciprocal teaching, inquiry-based learning, problem-based learning, and cooperative learning.

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    CONSTRUCTIVISM

    Jean Piaget
    MEMBERS:
    Constructivist Learning
    Theory

    • The constructivist theory is


    based around the idea that
    learners are active participants in
    their learning journey;
    knowledge is constructed based
    on experiences.
    • As events occur, each person
    reflects on their experience and
    incorporates the new ideas with
    their prior knowledge. Learners
    develop schemas to organize
    acquired knowledge.
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    Constructivist Learning Theory

    The theory of constructivism has many elements. These principles outline the theory as a
    whole and how they affect the learning of the students. The main points are listed below:

    Knowledge is Learning is a social


    constructed. activity.
     Every student begins the learning journey with  Interacting with others is vital to constructing
    some preexisting knowledge and then continues knowledge. Group work, discussions,
    to build their understanding on top of that. They conversations, and interactions are all important
    will select which pieces of the experience to add, to creating understanding.
    making everyone’s knowledge unique.

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    Constructivist Learning Theory

    Learning is an active Learning is contextual.


    process.
     Students must actively engage in discussions and  Isolation is not the best way to retain information. We
    activities in order to construct knowledge. It is not learn by forging connections between what we believe
    possible for students to take on a passive role and and the information we have already. Learning also
    retain information. In order to build meaningful ideas, occurs in the situation within the context of our lives,
    or alongside the rest of our understanding.
    there must be a sensory response.

    People learn to
    learn, as they learn.
    As each student moves through the learning
    journey, they get better at selecting and
    organizing information. They are able to
    better classify ideas and create more
    meaningful systems of thought. 4
    Constructivist Learning Theory

    Learning exists in the Knowledge is personal.


    mind.
     Hands-on activities and physical experience are not  Because every person’s perspective is unique, so will
    enough to retain knowledge. Active engagement and be the knowledge gained. Every individual comes into
    reflection are critical to the learning journey. In order to the learning activity with their own experiences and
    develop a thorough understanding, students must will take away different things as well. The theory of
    constructivist learning is based entirely around each
    experience activities mentally as well.
    individual’s own perspective and experiences.

    Motivation is key to
    learning.
    Similar to active participation, motivation is
    key to making connections and creating
    understanding. Students cannot learn if they
    are unwilling to reflect on preexisting
    knowledge and activate their thought 5
    process.
    Constructivism In
    Education
    There are four key areas that are crucial to
    the success of a constructivist classroom:

     The instructor takes on the role of a facilitator


    instead of a director.

     There are equal authority and responsibility


    between the students and the instructor.

     Learning occurs in small groups.

     Knowledge is shared between both the students


    and the instructor.
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    Constructivism In
    Education
    When implementing the constructivist theory in the
    classroom, lessons must include the following
    components:
     Eliciting prior knowledge. As new understanding
    is constructed on preexisting knowledge, the
    instructor must first activate prior knowledge. This
    can be done with collaborative activities, relaxed
    discussions, or pre-tests.
     Creating cognitive dissonance. Knowledge is built
    when new ideas are presented and activities are
    just challenging enough for students. “Just right
    problems” force students to reevaluate the
    schemas in their mind and organize new solutions.

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    Constructivism In
    Education
    When implementing the constructivist theory in the
    classroom, lessons must include the following
    components:
     Applying knowledge with feedback. The instructor’s
    role is to encourage students and provide feedback.
    This may be seen in the form of quizzes, presentations,
    or discussions in the classroom. The goal of applying
    feedback should be to encourage even more growth
    and challenge knowledge of the new situation.
     Reflecting on learning. Students should be offered the
    opportunity to reflect on their understanding and
    demonstrate their learning. This could be in the form
    of an essay, a presentation, or even the responsibility
    of sharing their knowledge with another student.

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    Examples Of Constructivist
    Classroom Activities

    Reciprocal Inquiry-based learning:


    teaching/learning:
     A group of 2 or more students  Students create their own questions and
    work together and teach one seek to solve them through research and
    another. observations. After underlining the
    arguments for their response, they make
    connections between their prior
    knowledge and the information
    discovered through their research.
    Students conclude by identifying
    possible gaps and developing further
    questions for the next project.

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    Examples Of Constructivist
    Classroom Activities

    Problem-based learning: Cooperative learning:

     similar to inquiry-based learning, except  Small group activity with one key
    focuses on problems in the real world. difference – interdependence. While
    Students work in groups to research most constructivist activities rely on
    possible solutions and gain valuable group learning, cooperative activities are
    skills by working together. where group members are dependent on
    others to achieve solutions.

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