Constructivist/Sociocultural theory

The Constructivist theory states that...

• Learning occurs through positive reinforcement

• Learning is a process of adjustments one uses to encompass new situations and information

• Learning is external

• Learning happens when the teacher facilitates the instruction

The role of a Constructivist Teacher is to...

• Guide the students through the lesson

• Facilitate the lesson

• Be a role model for the lesson being taught

• Provide constant positive feedback

The role of a Constructivist Student is to...

• Follow the instructions given by the teacher

• Work individually in all asignments

• Abide by the parameters enforced by the teacher

• Combine previous experiences with new experiences according to the lesson being taught

What is a benefit from scaffolding a student?

• Provide clues for the learners

• Motivate the teacher

• Provide a personalized teaching experience

• Do the homework for the students

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.

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  Students learn better when they are utilizing only the external factors that they are exposed to in the classroom.