CONSTRUCTIVISM

Which of the following statement is correct about Constructivism?

• Meaning is created rather than acquired.
• Methods include the use of instructional cues, reinforcement, and practice.
• Students learn basic skills before they move to more complex processes.

The constructivism learning theory argues that people produce knowledge and form meaning based upon their experiences

• True
• False

The role of the Educator in a Constructivist lesson is

• To facilitate the lesson.
• To guide the students through the lesson.
• To role model the lesson being learned.
• To provide constant positive feedback.

The role of the learner in a Constructivist lesson is

• To follow the instruction given by the teacher.
• To work individually on all assignments.
• To abide by the parameters enforced by the teacher.
• To combine previous experiences with new experiences.

Josephina and Katelynn are collaborating on a design for an ideal community. In their layout of the town, they must incorporate the five primary social institutions. Evaluate the Constructivist approach, as it relates to this example.

• This is not a proper Constructivist approach because the students are being directed by the teachers instruction.
• This is an excellent demonstration of the Constructivist approach because it directs them in learning about the five primary social institutions.
• This was a good example of how the Constructive approach allows for teacher direct instruction.
• This was a proper use of the Constructivist approach because the students were given parameters as to how to complete their design.

Which factors would have to be manipulated so that a traditionally directed assignment becomes a Constructivist based lesson?

•  Student works collaboratively on a project.
• Teacher facilitates the learning.
•  Teacher directs all instruction and learning.
• Student develops a project, utilizing past experiences.

 What can you conclude about the benefits of the Constructivist approach?

• Students learn better when thinking and understanding, instead of memorizing.
• Students learn better when they are provided with specific parameters to follow.
• Students learn better when utilizing repetitive practice, instead of memorizing.
• Students learn better when they are utilizing only the external factors that they are exposed to in the classroom.