EDC 6610: Lecture 3
Learning occurs in realistic setting
Learning occurs in realistic setting
Complex interplay among students’ existing knowledge
The social context
The problem to be solved
Their interaction creates knowledge
Their interaction creates knowledge
MemoryMemory
Objectivistic ApproachesObjectivistic Approaches
Constructivist Approaches
Constructivist Approaches
the identification of the context in which the skills will be learned and subsequently applied
the capability of the learner to manipulate information
The need for information to be presented in a variety of different ways
Supporting the use of problem solving skills
Assessment focused on transfer of knowledge and skills
To show students how to construct knowledge
To promote collaboration with others to show the multiple perspectives that can be brought to bear one particular problem
To arrive at self-chosen positions to which they can commit themselves, while realizing the basis of other views with which they may disagree
Constructivism & Cognitivism
Constructivism & Cognitivism
Learner must have prior knowledgeTeacher should know the students’ abilityThe reality is only in the mind of the learners
Yes, it is applicable to teaching but it depends to many factors from many sources. Teacher should be able to manipulate these in order to ensure the effectiveness of teaching and learning process