Constructivism Language, Literature, Social Sciences Secondary
Important People
Jean Piaget
Jerome Bruner
Lev Vygotsky
John DeweyKey PointsStudents solve problems through higher level
thinkingPeople learn through experiences, so lessons should be
tailored as suchExperience and knowledge should build upon each
otherTeaching StrategiesFocus on kinesthetic learningEmphasis on
active learningCreate opportunities for students to actively search
for informationCreate opportunities for students to learn through
experienceIntegrated curriculumSpiral curriculumScaffoldingStudent
CharacteristicsStudents focus on attaining knowledge through
adaptation, assimilation, and accommodation Active learnersGreat
participationPersonal ReactionThis approach to teaching would be
extremely beneficial in my future classroom. I would specifically
incorporate the use of active learning and integrated curriculum
into my daily lessons. By creating unique learning experiences for
students, they would be able to solve complex problems and think
critically.References
Interactive Constructivism QuizAudra GreuelInstructionsNow it is
time to see how much you have learned from this informational
PowerPoint! Please answer the following questions by clicking the
correct response.Which of the following people were not influential
in the development of constructivism?John DeweyJean PiagetSigmund
FreudJerome BrunerNEXTCongratulations!
