Constructivism by Madison Aurin https://padlet.com/maurin0023/o4b9guoygr7b742c en-us 2023-09-20 03:33:43 UTC 2023-09-20 04:09:31 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f9e0.png Constructivism maurin0023 https://padlet.com/maurin0023/o4b9guoygr7b742c/wish/2712018384 A theory that believes people construct their own understanding through personal experiences and reflecting on their knowledge from those experiences. ]]> 2023-09-20 03:36:23 UTC https://padlet.com/maurin0023/o4b9guoygr7b742c/wish/2712018384 Constructivism cont. maurin0023 https://padlet.com/maurin0023/o4b9guoygr7b742c/wish/2712019929 To achieve this...a person must ask questions, explore options, experiment and assess what they know.]]> 2023-09-20 03:37:43 UTC https://padlet.com/maurin0023/o4b9guoygr7b742c/wish/2712019929 Constructivism and Teaching maurin0023 https://padlet.com/maurin0023/o4b9guoygr7b742c/wish/2712023892 A teacher who adopts this theory will encourage their students to determine the effectiveness of an activity, and if it's increasing their understanding.]]> 2023-09-20 03:40:40 UTC https://padlet.com/maurin0023/o4b9guoygr7b742c/wish/2712023892 History of Constructivism maurin0023 https://padlet.com/maurin0023/o4b9guoygr7b742c/wish/2712032128 This theory dates back to early times when philosophers were able to help their followers realize the flaws in their own thought process. This classical-age thought process is still used today. ]]> 2023-09-20 03:44:41 UTC https://padlet.com/maurin0023/o4b9guoygr7b742c/wish/2712032128 Jean Piaget, Cognitive Development Theory and Constructivism maurin0023 https://padlet.com/maurin0023/o4b9guoygr7b742c/wish/2712035758 Jean Piaget was a pioneer for childhood development theories that related to education. These theories led to the evolution of constructivism. ]]> 2023-09-20 03:47:41 UTC https://padlet.com/maurin0023/o4b9guoygr7b742c/wish/2712035758 Lev Vygotsky maurin0023 https://padlet.com/maurin0023/o4b9guoygr7b742c/wish/2712039317 He is a psychologist who is best known for his sociocultural theory. He introduced learning into constructivism.]]> 2023-09-20 03:50:29 UTC https://padlet.com/maurin0023/o4b9guoygr7b742c/wish/2712039317 Sociocultural Theory and Constructivism maurin0023 https://padlet.com/maurin0023/o4b9guoygr7b742c/wish/2712042665 Vygotsky introduced the one of proximal learning. This means the ability for students to solve problems beyond their level under adult guidance or with collaboration.]]> 2023-09-20 03:53:35 UTC https://padlet.com/maurin0023/o4b9guoygr7b742c/wish/2712042665 Cognitive Development Theory cont. maurin0023 https://padlet.com/maurin0023/o4b9guoygr7b742c/wish/2712054049 Piaget believed humans can learn through one logical structure after another; building blocks if you will. This theory focuses on children, and not on adults. ]]> 2023-09-20 03:55:42 UTC https://padlet.com/maurin0023/o4b9guoygr7b742c/wish/2712054049 Cons of constructivism maurin0023 https://padlet.com/maurin0023/o4b9guoygr7b742c/wish/2712058644 Some individuals believe it is elitist. They say this theory has been most successful in privileged households with committed parents and teacher support. ]]> 2023-09-20 04:00:07 UTC https://padlet.com/maurin0023/o4b9guoygr7b742c/wish/2712058644 Pros of Constructivism maurin0023 https://padlet.com/maurin0023/o4b9guoygr7b742c/wish/2712060744 This theory creates an enjoyable learning environment when the students are actively involved, rather than being passive learners. It gives students the opportunity to take ownership of what they learn. ]]> 2023-09-20 04:01:41 UTC https://padlet.com/maurin0023/o4b9guoygr7b742c/wish/2712060744 Pros of Constructivism cont. maurin0023 https://padlet.com/maurin0023/o4b9guoygr7b742c/wish/2712061990 This theory promotes social and communication skills. Society is built on collaboration, and mixing those ideas to create the best solution. ]]> 2023-09-20 04:03:03 UTC https://padlet.com/maurin0023/o4b9guoygr7b742c/wish/2712061990 Traditional vs. Constructivist Classroom maurin0023 https://padlet.com/maurin0023/o4b9guoygr7b742c/wish/2712067742 Traditional classrooms have: strict rules to follow curriculum, emphasize basic skills, learning is based on repetition, assessment is through testing with correct answers and independent work.

Constructivist classrooms have: curriculum based on concepts, pursuit of student interests is valued, learning is interactive (teacher and student), assessment include student work/observations and students work primarily in groups.]]> 2023-09-20 04:08:44 UTC https://padlet.com/maurin0023/o4b9guoygr7b742c/wish/2712067742